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1.5 What is a Network Fax Server?
Simply defined, a fax server is a self­contained unit attached to an internal network that has the capability
to allow any user on that network to send and receive faxes at their desktop.
Fax server functionality is provided by software services running on the server. Fax machines, fax clients
or e­mail clients submit jobs and request services from the server and the server handles these requests
in an orderly and sequential manner.
1.5.1 NET SatisFAXtion Features
NET SatisFAXtion’s features include:
● Automatically Configure AudioCodes MediaPack MP­114 & MP­118 VoIP Gateways –
Simplifies installation & configuration of AudioCodes’ line of analog VoIP hardware.
● Support for Microsoft Fax / Windows Fax & Scan – Support for Windows’ built­in fax
client allows easy desktop faxing through the NET SatisFAXtion Server.
● Email Gateway Whitelist / Blacklist – Reduce the headaches of conversion issues by
restricting what document types your users can send.
● User­Friendly Error Messages – Faxing errors are now simplified to reduce confusion, and
include a suggestion of what a user can do to remedy the problem. For administrators, error
codes are still available in the message to assist troubleshooting.
1.5.2 NET SatisFAXtion Components
NET SatisFAXtion is typically installed on a Local Area Network (LAN). The server’s fax cards are
connected to the telephone system (or PBX) via standard analog telephone lines (RJ­11), or if
digital services are available, via a T1/PRI connection.
The NET SatisFAXtion server uses a server and domain methodology for accessing the fax services.
This means that a domain may actually host several NET SatisFAXtion servers, especially in a large
enterprise installation. This is an important detail for administrators because NET SatisFAXtion
allows an administrator to manage multiple fax servers in multiple domains from a single
workstation.
Typically, faxes will be created by users using either client software such as the FaxOut Client
Suite or Microsoft Fax or an e­mail gateway which allows you to send faxes from Microsoft
Exchange or SMTP­based mail systems. In some instances, your configuration may include a
combination of client­based and email­based solutions.
The primary components that make up the NET SatisFAXtion system in these environments are:
● The NET SatisFAXtion fax server
● A supported email client or client application such as FaxOut Client Suite, Microsoft Fax,
FAXability or an HTTPS enabled ATA.
● Administrative utilities such as Administration, Reports, Fax Validation Editor, Change
Server Settings.
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