How to Receive a Fax on a Computer

To receive faxes, you need a fax modem, PC and operating system must be configured to allow sending and receiving faxes. You can receive a fax manually or automatically.

Things you need:
Fax Software

Receiving a fax manually

Step1 Open your fax software (Microsoft Fax, Microsoft Exchange or other software fax you may be using).

Step2 Locate an icon or menu command that lets you receive faxes (Receive, Appetizers, etc.).

Step3 Click on the icon or menu command that provides equipment to receive.

Step4 Avoid lift the telephone receiver when you hear the new ring. Responding to

Step5 Click now. The fax will start the download.

Step6 When incoming fax is received, go to your inbox to open, read or print your fax.

Receiving a fax automatically

Step1 Open your fax software (Microsoft Fax, Microsoft Exchange or other software fax you may be using).

Step2 Locate an icon or menu command that lets you receive faxes. Look for an option that lets you receive faxes automatically. Establishing such an option.

Step3 When there is a new fax, the phone rings. If the receiver is not lifted, the fax will be downloaded onto your computer. You do not have to hit reply.

Step4 Retrieve received faxes from your inbox software