Multitech FaxFinder FF240 Service manual

FaxFinder®Fax Server
FF240, FF440, FF840 Administrator Guide

FAXFINDER ADMINISTRATOR GUIDE
FaxFinder Administrator Guide
Models: FF240, FF440, FF840, and FFEX8
Part Number: S000522, Version 4.3.1
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FaxFinder, Multi-Tech, and the Multi-Tech logo are registered trademarks of Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft in the
U.S. and other countries. All other products and technologies are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Patents
This device covered by the following patents: 6,031,867; 6,012,113; 6,009,082; 5,905,794; 5,864,560; 5,815,567; 5,815,503; 5,812,534; 5,809,068;
5,790,532; 5,764,628; 5,764,627; 5,754,589; D394,250; 5,724,356; 5,673,268; 5,673,257; 5,644,594; 5,628,030; 5,619,508; 5,617,423; 5,600,649; 5,592,586;
5,577,041; 5,574,725; D374,222; 5,559,793; 5,546,448; 5,546,395; 5,535,204; 5,500,859; 5,471,470; 5,463,616; 5,453,986; 5,452,289; 5,450,425; D361,764;
D355,658; D355,653; D353,598; D353,144; 5,355,365; 5,309,562; 5,301,274, 6,219,708. Other patents pending.
Legal Notices
The Multi-Tech products are not designed, manufactured or intended for use, and should not be used, or sold or re-sold for use, in connection with
applications requiring fail-safe performance or in applications where the failure of the products would reasonably be expected to result in personal injury or
death, significant property damage, or serious physical or environmental damage. Examples of such use include life support machines or other life
preserving medical devices or systems, air traffic control or aircraft navigation or communications systems, control equipment for nuclear facilities, or
missile, nuclear, biological or chemical weapons or other military applications (“Restricted Applications”). Use of the products in such Restricted
Applications is at the user’s sole risk and liability.
Contacting Multi-Tech
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Contents
Product Overview .................................................................................................................................................... 9
Product Overview.......................................................................................................................................................... 9
Package Contents.......................................................................................................................................................... 9
FaxFinder Expansion Module........................................................................................................................................ 9
Safety Warnings ............................................................................................................................................................ 9
Analog Telecom Safety Warnings .............................................................................................................................. 9
Lithium Battery ......................................................................................................................................................... 10
Ethernet Ports........................................................................................................................................................... 10
Specifications .............................................................................................................................................................. 11
FaxFinder Expansion Module Specifications............................................................................................................... 12
FaxFinder Power Draw................................................................................................................................................ 13
FF240 ........................................................................................................................................................................ 13
FF440......................................................................................................................................................................... 13
FF840......................................................................................................................................................................... 13
FaxFinder Expansion Modules Power Draw................................................................................................................ 13
FFEX8......................................................................................................................................................................... 13
FFEX16....................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Fax File Types .............................................................................................................................................................. 14
Requirements.............................................................................................................................................................. 14
Fax Routing Overview ................................................................................................................................................. 15
Inbound Routing ....................................................................................................................................................... 15
Outbound Routing .................................................................................................................................................... 15
Static or Dynamic Delivery.......................................................................................................................................... 16
PBX Call Routing........................................................................................................................................................ 16
Hardware and Installation ..................................................................................................................................... 17
Connectors and LEDs by Model .................................................................................................................................. 17
FaxFinder FF240 ........................................................................................................................................................ 17
FaxFinder 440............................................................................................................................................................ 17
FaxFinder FF840 ........................................................................................................................................................ 17
Connector Descriptions............................................................................................................................................. 18
LED Descriptions ....................................................................................................................................................... 18
FaxFinder Expansion Module Connectors and LEDs .................................................................................................. 18
FaxFinder FFEX8 ........................................................................................................................................................ 18
FaxFinder FFEX16 ...................................................................................................................................................... 19
Connector Descriptions............................................................................................................................................. 19
LED Descriptions ....................................................................................................................................................... 19
Before Installing FaxFinder ......................................................................................................................................... 19
Mounting FaxFinder (Optional)................................................................................................................................... 20
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Mounting FaxFinder on a Wall.................................................................................................................................. 20
Mounting a FaxFinder Expansion Module on a Wall................................................................................................ 21
Mounting FaxFinder in a Rack................................................................................................................................... 21
Cabling FaxFinder........................................................................................................................................................ 24
Cabling a FaxFinder Expansion Module to FaxFinder ................................................................................................. 24
Basic FaxFinder Configuration................................................................................................................................ 25
Configuring FaxFinder's IP Address and Network Settings ......................................................................................... 25
Network Configuration Fields ................................................................................................................................... 26
Updating the Admin Account ..................................................................................................................................... 27
Setting Time ................................................................................................................................................................ 27
Time Fields ................................................................................................................................................................ 27
Configuring SMTP........................................................................................................................................................ 28
SMTP Parameters...................................................................................................................................................... 28
Sending a Test Fax from Fax Machine to FaxFinder ................................................................................................... 28
Adding a Printer (Optional)......................................................................................................................................... 29
Printer Fields ............................................................................................................................................................. 29
Adding a Network Share (Optional)............................................................................................................................ 29
Network Share Fields ................................................................................................................................................ 30
Using a Server Certificate ........................................................................................................................................... 30
Upload a Server Certificate....................................................................................................................................... 30
Generating a Server Certificate................................................................................................................................. 30
Server Certificate Fields ............................................................................................................................................ 31
Adding Individual Users .............................................................................................................................................. 31
User Fields................................................................................................................................................................. 32
Adding Global Contacts Individually ........................................................................................................................... 33
Routing Inbound Faxes................................................................................................................................................ 33
Configuring Inbound Options ................................................................................................................................... 34
Inbound Routing Destinations .................................................................................................................................. 36
Configuring Modems................................................................................................................................................... 37
Modem Fields ........................................................................................................................................................... 37
Creating a Restore File ................................................................................................................................................ 40
Fax Management ................................................................................................................................................... 41
Logging into the Web Management Interface............................................................................................................ 41
Requesting a Password ............................................................................................................................................. 41
Navigating the Web Management Interface .............................................................................................................. 41
Checking System, Printer, and Share Status ............................................................................................................... 41
Checking Modem and Fax Status................................................................................................................................ 42
Sending Now ............................................................................................................................................................... 44
Canceling Outbound Faxes.......................................................................................................................................... 44
Resetting a Busy Modem ............................................................................................................................................ 44
Blocking a Modem's Inbound and Outbound Faxes ................................................................................................... 44
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Checking the Mail Queue............................................................................................................................................ 45
Resending Queued Mails .......................................................................................................................................... 45
Viewing Logs................................................................................................................................................................ 45
Log Fields................................................................................................................................................................... 46
Rebooting FaxFinder .................................................................................................................................................. 47
Restoring Factory Defaults.......................................................................................................................................... 47
Restoring Configuration .............................................................................................................................................. 47
Managing Users, Contacts, and Recipients ............................................................................................................. 48
Users ........................................................................................................................................................................... 48
Importing Users......................................................................................................................................................... 48
Creating a CSV File ................................................................................................................................................... 51
Importing a User CSV File ........................................................................................................................................ 51
Exporting a User List ................................................................................................................................................. 52
Deleting Users........................................................................................................................................................... 52
Editing Users ............................................................................................................................................................. 52
Adding Active Directory Users .................................................................................................................................. 52
Contacts ...................................................................................................................................................................... 53
Allowing Users to Add Global Contacts .................................................................................................................... 53
Importing Global or Personal Contacts..................................................................................................................... 53
Exporting a Contact List ............................................................................................................................................ 55
Deleting Global or Personal Contacts ...................................................................................................................... 55
Editing Contacts ........................................................................................................................................................ 55
Groups......................................................................................................................................................................... 55
Using Groups to Organize Contacts .......................................................................................................................... 55
Adding a Global or Personal Group ......................................................................................................................... 55
Deleting Global or Personal Group .......................................................................................................................... 56
Editing Groups........................................................................................................................................................... 56
Recipients.................................................................................................................................................................... 56
Viewing Recipients ................................................................................................................................................... 56
Creating a CSV File ................................................................................................................................................... 56
Importing Recipient Lists ......................................................................................................................................... 57
Importing a Recipient List ......................................................................................................................................... 58
Exporting a Recipient List.......................................................................................................................................... 58
Deleting Recipients ................................................................................................................................................... 59
Advanced Configuration......................................................................................................................................... 60
Using SFTP................................................................................................................................................................... 60
SFTP Fields................................................................................................................................................................. 60
Adding an SFTP Server .............................................................................................................................................. 60
Downloading an SFTP Key......................................................................................................................................... 60
Editing SFTP Server Settings...................................................................................................................................... 60
Deleting an SFTP Server ............................................................................................................................................ 61
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Configuring Fax Log Purging........................................................................................................................................ 61
Fax Log Purge Parameters ....................................................................................................................................... 61
Purging Fax Logs Immediately .................................................................................................................................. 62
Emailing or Saving Logs Immediately........................................................................................................................ 62
Using the Common UNIX Printing System ................................................................................................................. 62
Updating Software ...................................................................................................................................................... 62
Updating FaxFinder Software .................................................................................................................................. 62
Updating Modem Software ..................................................................................................................................... 63
Setting the Debug Level ............................................................................................................................................. 63
Downloading System Logs for Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................... 64
Configuring Outbound Fax, Archive and Purge Options............................................................................................. 64
Allowing Simultaneous Faxing .................................................................................................................................. 64
Setting Fax Storage Options...................................................................................................................................... 64
Archiving Outbound Faxes ........................................................................................................................................ 64
Purging Outbound Faxes........................................................................................................................................... 65
Enabling Outbound Fax Approval ............................................................................................................................... 65
Removing Approvers................................................................................................................................................. 66
Enabling the Outbound Approval Report ................................................................................................................ 66
Configuring Store & Forward Fax (T.37) .................................................................................................................... 66
Store & Forward (T.37) Parameters.......................................................................................................................... 67
Adding Additional Hosts............................................................................................................................................ 67
Configuring SNMP ....................................................................................................................................................... 68
Viewing Available MIBs............................................................................................................................................. 68
Configuring SNMP Version 1 and 2C ........................................................................................................................ 68
Configuring SNMP Version 3 .................................................................................................................................... 68
SNMP Settings........................................................................................................................................................... 68
Configuring SNMP Allowed Addresses ..................................................................................................................... 69
Setting SNMP Traps .................................................................................................................................................. 69
Dialing Rules .......................................................................................................................................................... 71
Dialing Rules Lists........................................................................................................................................................ 71
Components................................................................................................................................................................ 71
Dialing Rule Patterns................................................................................................................................................... 71
Dialing Rule Actions and Arguments........................................................................................................................... 72
Blacklist Numbers........................................................................................................................................................ 72
Go to List and Return from List Actions...................................................................................................................... 73
Examples ..................................................................................................................................................................... 74
Creating New Dialing Rules......................................................................................................................................... 76
Adding a Rule .............................................................................................................................................................. 76
Applying New Dialing Rules ........................................................................................................................................ 76
Editing Dialing Rules.................................................................................................................................................... 76
Deleting a Dialing Rule or Dialing Rule List ................................................................................................................. 77
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Using Active Directory with FaxFinder ................................................................................................................... 78
Enabling Active Directory............................................................................................................................................ 78
Active Directory Settings........................................................................................................................................... 78
Adding Active Directory Users .................................................................................................................................... 79
Syncing FaxFinder with Active Directory ................................................................................................................. 79
Deleting Active Directory Users ................................................................................................................................ 79
Cover Pages ........................................................................................................................................................... 80
Custom Cover Pages ................................................................................................................................................... 80
Tips............................................................................................................................................................................ 80
Text Field Names and Descriptions .......................................................................................................................... 80
Creating Cover Pages .................................................................................................................................................. 81
Adding Cover Pages to FaxFinder ............................................................................................................................... 82
Providing Default Opt-Out Information for Cover Pages ........................................................................................... 82
Adding Date and/or Time to Cover Pages .................................................................................................................. 82
Truncating Phone Numbers on Cover Pages ............................................................................................................. 82
Cover Page Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................................... 82
FaxFinder Fax Client Software for Windows and Mac ............................................................................................ 84
FaxFinder Client for Windows..................................................................................................................................... 84
Installing FaxFinder Client Software on Windows .................................................................................................... 84
FaxFinder Printer Usage Rights................................................................................................................................. 86
FaxFinder Client for Mac............................................................................................................................................. 86
Installing FaxFinder Client Software on a Mac ........................................................................................................ 86
Associate or Disassociate FaxFinder Fax Servers from the Client............................................................................... 88
Associating FaxFinder Fax Servers with the Client ................................................................................................... 88
Disassociating a FaxFinder Unit from the Client ...................................................................................................... 89
Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................................................... 90
What if I can't see my FaxFinder's web page?............................................................................................................ 90
What if I don't get an email when I click Send Test Email? ........................................................................................ 90
Name server address could not be resolved ............................................................................................................ 90
Mail Server Not Running........................................................................................................................................... 90
Client PC can't Connect to Mail Server ..................................................................................................................... 91
Incorrect Administrator Address............................................................................................................................... 91
Mail Server Does Not Support SMTP........................................................................................................................ 91
Discrepancy between FaxFinder's SMTP settings and Mail Server's User ID and Password Requirements ............ 91
What if FaxFinder doesn't answer a fax call? ............................................................................................................. 91
Where can I Find the SMTP Error Code List? ............................................................................................................. 91
Dealing with a Failed Fax Report ................................................................................................................................ 92
T.37 Advanced Usage............................................................................................................................................. 93
Options........................................................................................................................................................................ 93
Multiple Options Example .......................................................................................................................................... 94
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Regulatory Information.......................................................................................................................................... 95
47 CFR Part 68 Telecom .............................................................................................................................................. 95
47 CFR Part 15 Regulation Class A Devices................................................................................................................. 96
Fax Branding Statement.............................................................................................................................................. 97
Canadian Limitations................................................................................................................................................... 97
Industry Canada Class A Notice .................................................................................................................................. 97
EMC, Safety, and R&TTE Directive Compliance ......................................................................................................... 97
Restriction of the Use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) ............................................................................................ 98
REACH Statement ....................................................................................................................................................... 99
Registration of Substances........................................................................................................................................ 99
Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) ................................................................................................................ 99
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Statement .............................................................................................. 99
WEEE Directive.......................................................................................................................................................... 99
Instructions for Disposal of WEEE by Users in the European Union ........................................................................ 99
Information on HS/TS Substances According to Chinese Standards ....................................................................... 100
Information on HS/TS Substances According to Chinese Standards (in Chinese) .................................................... 101
Configuring Active Directory for Use with FaxFinder ............................................................................................ 102
FaxFinder Server Settings.......................................................................................................................................... 102
Registering Schema Snap-in...................................................................................................................................... 104
Creating Custom Attributes ...................................................................................................................................... 104
Custom Attribute Settings....................................................................................................................................... 106
Creating a Custom Class ........................................................................................................................................... 106
Adding Custom Class to User Class........................................................................................................................... 109
User Attributes Management ................................................................................................................................... 110
Active Directory User Attributes............................................................................................................................. 110
Index.................................................................................................................................................................... 112
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Product Overview
Product Overview
FaxFinder is an all-in-one fax server that provides faxing capabilities over a WAN from a corporate office to remote
offices as well as to field sales people. FaxFinder converts inbound faxes to PDF or TIFF files and delivers them to a
recipient's inbox, a network folder, or a network printer. Users can send outbound faxes through a fax client, web
browser, or the print function of other applications.
The FaxFinder x40 includes the following models:
■FF240 2-modems
■FF440 4-modems
■FF840 8-modems
Multi-Tech provides three manuals for use with FaxFinder:
■Administrator Guide provides details on installing, configuring, and managing FaxFinder.
■User Guide provides details on sending faxes and using the client software.
■Developer Guide provides information and examples for the FaxFinder Web Services API.
Package Contents
The package contents include:
■FaxFinder with factory installed software
■Universal power supply with power cord
■One phone cable for each port with RJ-11 at both ends
■One serial cable
■One serial debug cable
■Adhesive plastic feet
■Safety notice card
■Two mounting brackets and screws; the same bracket is used for wall and rack mounting
FaxFinder Expansion Module
FaxFinder Expansion Modules are additional hardware, which allows you to add either eight or sixteen additional
modems.
Safety Warnings
Analog Telecom Safety Warnings
Before servicing, disconnect this product from its power source and telephone network. Also:
■Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
■Never install a telephone jack in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.
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■Use this product with UL and cUL listed computers only.
■Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at
the network interface.
■Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
■Avoid using a telephone during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electrical shock from
lightning.
■Do not use a telephone in the vicinity of a gas leak.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire, use only 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certified telecommunication
Line cord.
Avertissements de sécurité relatifs aux télécommunications analogiques
Avant l'entretien, débranchez ce produit de sa source d'alimentation et du réseau téléphonique. Aussi:
■N'installez jamais le câblage d'un téléphone pendant un orage.
■N'installez jamais la prise d'un téléphone dans un endroit mouillé sauf si la prise est spécifiquement conçue
pour y résister.
■Utilisez ce produit uniquement avec les ordinateurs listés UL et cUL.
■Ne touchez jamais les fils dénudés ou les bornes d'un téléphone sauf si la ligne téléphonique a été
débranchée au niveau de l'interface réseau.
■Procédez avec prudence en installant ou en modifiant les lignes téléphoniques.
■Évitez d'utiliser un téléphone pendant un orage. Il existe un léger risque d'électrocution par la foudre.
■N'utilisez pas un téléphone à proximité d'une fuite de gaz.
CAUTION: Pour réduire le risque d'incendie, utilisez uniquement des cordons de raccordement de
télécommunication listés UL ou certifiés CSA de calibre 26 AWG ou supérieur.
Lithium Battery
■A lithium battery located within the product provides backup power for the timekeeping. This battery has
an estimated life expectancy of ten years.
■When this battery starts to weaken, the date and time may be incorrect. If the battery fails, the board must
be sent back to Multi-Tech Systems for battery replacement.
■Lithium cells and batteries are subject to the Provisions for International Transportation. Multi-Tech
Systems, Inc. confirms that the Lithium batteries used in the Multi-Tech product(s) referenced in this
manual comply with Special Provision 188 of the UN Model Regulations, Special Provision A45 of the ICAO-
TI/IATA-DGR (Air), Special Provision 310 of the IMDG Code, and Special Provision 188 of the ADR and RID
(Road and Rail Europe).
CAUTION: Risk of explosion if this battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of batteries according to
instructions.
Attention: Pour réduire les risques d’incendie, utiliser uniquement des conducteurs de télécommunications 26
AWG au de section supérleure.
Ethernet Ports
CAUTION: Ethernet ports and command ports are not designed to be connected to a public telecommunication
network.
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Ports Ethernet
CAUTION: Les ports Ethernet et de commande ne sont pas conçus pour être raccordés à un réseau de
télécommunications public.
Specifications
Category Description
Physical Description
Dimensions W 15.335 in x H 1.717 in x D 6.033 in Note that adding the plastic feet increases the
height to 1.877 in. For dimensions with mounting brackets, refer to the Mounting
FaxFinder topic.
Weight FF240 FF440 FF840
4.1 lbs (1.9 kg) 4.2 lbs (2.0 kg) 4.5 lbs (2.1 kg)
Connectors
Connectors 1 RJ-45 console serial port
1 RJ-45 Ethernet port
2 USB ports
RJ-11 line jacks
Power Requirements
Input Voltage 12 Volts
See FaxFinder Power Draw for additional power information.
Environment
Operating Environment -40° to 167° F (-40° to +75° C) 1
Storage Environment -40° to 185° F (-40° to +85° C)
Relative Humdity 20 to 90% noncondensing
Fax Specifications
Fax Specs (MT5634SMI modem) Group 3 Fax (T.30 and T.4) Modulations: ITU V.34, ITU V.17,
V.29, V.27 and V.21
Web Connections 50
File Upload Size248MB max for the Send Fax Web page 36MB max for T.37, Client software and API
Certifications
EMC Approvals FCC Part 15 Class A, EN 55022 Class A, EN 55024
Safety Approvals UL\cUL 60950-1 ed.2, IEC 60950-1 ed.2 & EN (2006 +am.11)
Telecom Approvals 47CFR Part 68, CS03, TBR21; Other countries also included
1UL Listed @ 40°C. Limited by power supply. UL Certification does not apply or extend to an ambient above 40°C
and has not been evaluated by UL for ambient greater than 40°C.
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Listé UL à 40° C, limité par l'alimentation. La certification UL ne s'applique pas ou ne s'étend pas à des
températures dépassant 40° C, et le produit n'a pas été évalué par UL pour une température ambiante dépassant
40° C.
Note: This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Unit marked L.P.S. or Class 2 and rated 12 VDC
5A.
2The difference in maximum size allowed is due to the data encoding for T.37, the client software, and API
attachments.
FaxFinder Expansion Module Specifications
Category Description
Dimensions
Dimensions W 15.335 in x H 1.717 in x D 6.033 in. For dimensions with mounting brackets, refer
to the Mounting a FaxFinder Expansion Unit topics.
Weight 7.77 pounds
Connectors
Connectors USB 2.0 High speed Mini B connector
8 or 16 RJ-11 line jacks
Power Requirements
Input Voltage 9 Volts
Refer to FaxFinder Expansion Modules Power Draw for additional power
information.
Environment
Operating Environment -40° to 152° F (-40° to +67° C)
Storage Environment -40° to 185° F (-40° to +85° C)
Relative Humidity 20 to 90% noncondensing
Certifications
EMC Approvals FCC Part 15 Class A, EN 55022 Class A, EN 55024
Safety Approvals UL\cUL 60950-1 ed.2, IEC 60950-1 ed.2 & EN (2006 +am.11)
Telecom Approvals 47CFR Part 68, CS03, TBR21; Other countries also included
Note: This product is intended to be supplied a listed power Module marked L.P.S. or Class 2 and rates from
9Vdc 2A.
Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. recommends that the customer incorporate a 10% buffer into their power source when
determining product load.
1Typical is the current while the unit is powered up, but not sending or receiving faxes.
2Maximum is the current while sending or receiving faxes.
3Peak is the current while sending or receiving faxes.
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FaxFinder Power Draw
FaxFinder power draw at 12 volts.
FF240
Typical1Maximum2Peak3
Current (AMPS) 0.91 1.08 1.30
Watts 11.06 13.05 --
FF440
Typical1Maximum2Peak3
Current (AMPS) 1.14 1.20 1.45
Watts 13.77 14.47 --
FF840
Typical1Maximum2Peak3
Current (AMPS) 1.35 1.45 1.70
Watts 16.21 17.40 --
Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. recommends that the customer incorporate a 10% buffer into their power source when
determining product load.
1Typical is the current while the unit is powered up, but not sending or receiving faxes.
2Maximum is the current while sending or receiving faxes.
3Peak is the current while sending or receiving faxes.
FaxFinder Expansion Modules Power Draw
FaxFinder Expansion Module power draw at 9 volts.
FFEX8
Typical1Maximum2Peak3
Current (AMPS) 0.837 0.895 0.940
Watts 7.59 8.11 --
FFEX16
Typical1Maximum2Peak3
Current (AMPS) 1.430 1.560 1.630
Watts 12.81 13.95 --
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Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. recommends that the customer incorporate a 10% buffer into their power source when
determining product load.
1Typical is the current while the module is powered up, but not sending or receiving faxes.
2Maximum is the current while sending or receiving faxes.
3Peak is the current while sending or receiving faxes.
Fax File Types
Users can fax the following document types through the web management interface. Additional options are
available through the FaxFinder Client.
■PDF
■PS
■TIF or TIFF
■TXT
Note: When printing from another application, FaxFinder sends the file as TIF images.
Requirements
The FaxFinder Fax Server is an IP enabled fax server that works with other devices and services on your
communication network to send and receive faxes and to perform administrative functions. FaxFinder requires:
■SMTP server access
Used to distribute FaxFinder emails that contain faxes, administrative notices, and log files.
■Multi-Tech recommends that you create a DNS A record for FaxFinder.
■Depending on the location of email recipients and IP resources, FaxFinder may also require WAN
access through your network’s Internet gateway.
■Analog phone lines that provide dial tone and ring voltage at traditional levels and cadence
To fully use FaxFinder’s inbound fax routing, communication lines (PBX ports) need to pass direct inward
dial (DID) information in DTMF format to FaxFinder when the FaxFinder port goes off hook to answer a call.
■A workstation for initial FaxFinder configuration
Depending on your network, you may need to connect FaxFinder directly to the workstation to complete
initial network setup. You will need to identify and possibly change the workstation’s current IP. If using a
laptop, note that an active WiFi connection may interfere with the Ethernet connection to FaxFinder.
■Internet Browser
Use a current version of your Internet browser. Some FaxFinder Web Management pages do not render
correctly on outdated browsers.
■Static IP address
FaxFinder does not support automatically assigned IP addresses via DHCP. FaxFinder is set from the factory
with an IP address of 192.168.2.1 (netmask 255.255.255.000).
■Ethernet and RJ-45 Cable
You need to know if your Ethernet equipment has a simple traditional switch or hub, a managed V-LAN
switch that is IP address aware (and will block traffic that is not from its configured subnet), or a port on a
network enabled device (such as a PBX or router) with controls that are similar to a managed switch.
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■FaxFinder's Ethernet interface is full duplex, auto negotiating 10/100/1000 Mb and auto polarity
sensing. Auto polarity allows you to use a traditional straight through or cross-over, Ethernet RJ-
45 cable.
■FaxFinder does not support POE (Power over Ethernet). You may need to disable POE features on
the Ethernet port that you connect to the FaxFinder.
Fax Routing Overview
Inbound Routing
Depending on your network configuration, FaxFinder can route incoming faxes to a network printer, network
share, and through your mail server to any individual user. FaxFinder can deliver incoming faxes as email
attachments to any user on your mail system, whether local, remote, or mobile.
Outbound Routing
You can configure FaxFinder so that users can send faxes through a T.37 email, the FaxFinder Fax Client, a web
browser, or a Web API. Fax Client Software, installed on a user's Windows computer, also allows the user to send
faxes through the print function of any software.
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Static or Dynamic Delivery
The source and type of communication lines that connect to FaxFinder dictate if the inbound fax routing method is
set for dynamic or static delivery. Dynamic delivery is based on the number dialed by the party sending the fax.
Static delivery is based on which communication line/FaxFinder port the inbound fax uses.
Although FaxFinder ports can be connected to an ordinary phone line (POTS line), they are often connected to a
PBX extension/station port. FaxFinder can deliver incoming faxes as email messages to any user on your network.
Use this feature when your PBX can route multiple receiving numbers to a single station port. A PBX may
determine which number was dialed by the originator, for example, through an IP enabled PBX communicating
directly with an IP based PSTN service or other IP enabled communication equipment.
PBX Call Routing
1. PBX sends a call to the FaxFinder by ringing the extension connected to the FaxFinder port.
2. FaxFinder picks up (goes off hook).
3. The PBX transmits a string of DTMF digits to the extension. Usually this is the last x number of digits
dialed by the calling side.
4. FaxFinder port answers as a fax machine and receives the incoming fax.
5. When the fax transmission completes, FaxFinder uses the DID information to determine delivery options.
FaxFinder does this by reading the recipient inbound routing table in the FaxFinder.
When the PBX provides call routing information, it does not matter which FaxFinder port (line) receives the call.
The fax will be routed to all the delivery options associated with the DID number (recipient extension) defined in
the Recipient routing table.
If the PBX/analog line cannot provide DID call routing, incoming faxes will be routed solely on the delivery options
associated with specific FaxFinder port (line) that the call was received on. You can define multiple delivery options
for each physical line/port.
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Hardware and Installation
Connectors and LEDs by Model
FaxFinder FF240
FaxFinder FF240 Connectors
FaxFinder FF240 LEDs
FaxFinder 440
FaxFinder 440 Connectors
FaxFinder FF440 LEDs
FaxFinder FF840
FaxFinder FF840 Connectors
FaxFinder FF840 LEDs
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Connector Descriptions
Label Description
1-8 PSTN/POTS RJ 11 phone line ports. The FaxFinder 240 has ports 1-2, the FaxFinder 440 has
ports 1-4, and the FaxFinder 840 has ports 1-8. Ports on the back line up with the modem
LEDs on the front.
+12V Power receptacle for provided power cord.
CONSOLE DE-9 connection for serial access and control of the FaxFinder.
USB Used to connect a FaxFinder Expansion Unit.
RESET Use to reboot the FaxFinder.
LAN 1 RJ-45 receptacle for network connection.
LED Descriptions
Label Name Description
Speed Speed When lit, if the color is:
Green: Ethernet rate is 1000 Mbps
Yellow: Ethernet rate is 100 Mbps
Unlit: Ethernet rate is 10 Mbps
Link/Act Link / Activity Lit when a physical link has been established with the Ethernet network. Blinks
when there is activity.
HDD High Density When the internal hard drive is accessed, this LED is yellow. When unlit, HDD is
Drive not being accessed.
Power Power Solid (constant) green if unit is on.
One set of the following for each modem/port:
TD Transmit Data TD LED flashes when the modem transmits data to another modem.
RD Receive Data RD LED flashes when the modem receives data from another modem.
CD Carrier Detect Carrier of remote modem is detected.
FaxFinder Expansion Module Connectors and LEDs
This topic applies to optional FaxFinder Expansion Modules.
FaxFinder FFEX8
FaxFinder FFEX8 Connectors
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FaxFinder FFEX8 LEDs
FaxFinder FFEX16
FaxFinder FFEX16 Connectors
FaxFinder FFEX16 LEDs
Connector Descriptions
Label Description
1-8 or 1-16 PSTN/POTS RJ 11 phone line ports. The FaxFinder Expansion Module comes with either 8
ports or 16 ports. Ports on the back line up with the modem LEDs on the front.
9V Power receptacle for provided power cord.
USB Used to connect to FaxFinder.
LED Descriptions
Label Name Description
Power Power Solid (constant) green if module is on.
One set of the following for each modem/port:
TD Transmit Data TD LED flashes when the modem transmits data to another modem.
RD Receive Data RD LED flashes when the modem receives data from another modem.
CD Carrier Detect Remote modem carrier is detected.
Before Installing FaxFinder
Disable Call Waiting on lines or PBX ports to be used with FaxFinder. FaxFinder does not support Call Waiting. The
Call Waiting beep causes fax communication errors.
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Mounting FaxFinder (Optional)
FaxFinder x40 models are table-top units that can be wall- or rack-mounted. Mounting kits can be purchased
separately.
Mounting FaxFinder on a Wall
Use these steps to mount FaxFinder on a wall.
Dimensions with brackets attached for wall mounting (top view)
Dimensions with brackets attached for wall mounting (front view)
1. Position a mounting bracket on the right side using two mounting screw holes.
2. Secure the bracket to the device using two provided screws.
3. Position a mounting bracket on the left side using two mounting screw holes.
4. Secure the bracket to the device using two provided screws.
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