Lexmark MX717 User Manual page 116

Faxing
Setup 1: Printer is connected to a dedicated fax line
1
Connect one end of the telephone cable to the line port of the printer.
2
Connect the other end of the cable to an active analog wall jack.
Notes:
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You can set the printer to receive faxes automatically (Auto Answer On) or manually (Auto Answer Off).
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If you want to receive faxes automatically, then set the printer to pick up on a specified number of rings.
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