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1.5
What is a Network Fax Server?
Simply defined, a fax server is a self-contained 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 e-mail 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 newest features include:
• Automatically Configure AudioCodes MediaPack MP114 &
MP118 VoIP Gateways – Simplifies installation & configuration of
AudioCodes’ line of analog VoIP hardware.
• Suppor t for Microsoft Fax / Windows Fax & Scan – Support for
Windows’ built-in 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.
• User-Friendly 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 (RJ-11), 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 e-mail gateway which allows you to
send faxes from Microsoft Exchange, Lotus Notes or SMTP-based mail systems
(figure 2.2). In some instances, your configuration may include a combination of
client-based and email-based solutions.
The primary components that make up the NET SatisFAXtion system in these
environments are:
• The NET SatisFAXtion fax server