Microsoft Fax Transmits at Lower Connection Speed

ID: Q134974


The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Windows 95


SYMPTOMS

When you are faxing a document with Microsoft Fax, the default connection speed may be set lower than the highest possible connection speed.


CAUSE

This behavior occurs if you are using one of the following modems. Although you can use a higher transmission speed with these modems, transmissions may be unreliable.

  • US Robotics modem


  • Intel 14.4


  • Gateway Telepath



RESOLUTION

To use a higher transmission speed, follow these steps:

  1. Double-click the Mail And Fax tool in Control Panel.


  2. Click Microsoft Fax, and then click Properties.


  3. On the Modem tab, click your modem, and then click Properties.


  4. Click the Advanced button.


  5. Click the Disable High Speed Transmissions check box to clear it.


  6. Click OK.


Additional query words: usr

Keywords : win95 wincomm awfax wpp95
Version : 95
Platform : WINDOWS
Issue type :


Last Reviewed: June 25, 1999
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