Lexmark X5450 - Connecting to a Computer with a Modem

3 Remove the protective plug from the EXT port of the printer.
4 Connect a second telephone cord from the telephone to the answering machine.
5 Connect a third telephone cord from the answering machine to the EXT port of the printer.
Related topics:
• “Getting the printer ready to fax” on page 43
Connecting to a computer with a modem
Connect the printer to a computer with a modem to send faxes from the software application.
Note: Setup steps may vary depending on your country or region. For more information on connecting the printer
to telecommunications equipment, see “Using an RJ11 adapter” on page 44.
1 Make sure you have the following:
• A telephone
• A computer with a modem
• Three telephone cords
• A telephone wall jack
Faxing
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