Solve fax problems, Checklist for solving fax problems – HP LaserJet Pro 500 Color MFP M570 User Manual

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Solve fax problems

Checklist for solving fax problems

Perform a fax diagnostic test

Fax trace report

Fax error report printing

Set the fax-error-correction mode

Change the fax speed

Solve problems sending faxes

Solve problems receiving faxes

Solve general fax problems

Checklist for solving fax problems

Several possible fixes are available. After each recommended action, retry faxing to see if the problem

is resolved.

For best results during fax problem solving, make sure the line from the product is connected directly to

the wall phone port. Disconnect all other devices that are connected to the product.

1.

Verify that the telephone cord is connected to the correct port on the back of the product.

2.

Check the phone line by using the fax test:

a.

From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Setup button, and then touch the

Service

menu.

b.

Select the

Fax Service

menu.

c.

Select the

Run Fax Test

option. The product prints a fax test report.

The report contains the following possible results:

Pass: The report contains all of the current fax settings for review.

Fail: The report indicates the nature of the error and contains suggestions for how to resolve

the issue.

3.

Verify that the product firmware is current:

a.

Print a configuration page from the control panel

Reports

menu to obtain the current firmware

date code.

b.

Go to

www.hp.com

.

1.

Click the Support & Drivers link.

2.

Click the Download drivers and software (and firmware) link option.

3.

In the For product box, enter the product model number, and then click the Go button.

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