Re: Faxing - what device do I need?

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Thanks for your replies.

When I upgraded to DSL a few years ago I disconnected my external dialup
fax/modem.
I will just have to look for the dusty box where I stored all my old
hardware and figure out a temporary method of connection when the rare need
to FAX arises again.

My research indicates there is no way to FAX except thru paid subscriber
email services for a DSL configuration. I checked out free email FAX
services but one runs into limited file type restrictions for those that
offer sending a free FAX.



"Blithe" <skylark6@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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My faxing needs are mininal - maybe I need to send one less than monthly
but
I'd like to have the capability.

I have a DSL modem and a Brother HL-1440 laser printer. The W2K online
'Help' says all I need is a 'device' like a fax-modem or printer.

I access the advanced options tab for the FAX icon in Control Panel & seem
to add a fax printer OK
but then the Fax Service Manager window pops open saying:
"Could not open a connection to Fax Service - ... the service might not be
started etc."

I suspect that I do not have a fax capable device for W2K. What's the
easiest workaround if any?

Please advise.





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