The MicroFax server consists of a fax processor, one or more fax cards, disk storage, and a LAN interface. Print driver software is also provided for Windows 3.1, Windows 95, or Windows NT Workstation clients.

No additional client software is needed. The system runs on IBM's OS/2 Warp or OS/2 Warp Connect operating systems, ensuring high performance and compatibility with virtually all network operating systems, including Netware, Windows NT, and TCP/IP. As a client on the network, MicroFax is also compatible with all network architectures, including Ethernet, Token Ring, and ArcNet. The system is managed locally, using simple status and configuration screens. Adding users as well as fax ports takes only minutes, making MicroFax the ideal solution that can expand as your company's requirements dictate.

Inbound Fax Routing

The MicroFax server provides flexible inbound routing options in order to meet the needs of the corporate user. Inbound routing is set up in a simple routing table. Routing methods include channel routing, DTMF, and DID.

Channel routing is a good solution for the direct replacement of the departmental fax machine, where each inbound channel of the MicroFax server is assigned a different fax number. All faxes received on a particular telephone line (fax number) use the same route(s). Channel routing is completely transparent to the sender.

In DTMF routing, faxes are routed according to a four digit code that MicroFax prompts the user to enter on the sending fax machine. If the sender uses a memory type fax machine, does not enter a code, or enters a code that is not in the database, the fax will be routed to the user, file, and/or device that the administrator designates as a default.

In DID routing, faxes are routed according to the code received by the local telephone carrier on a DID circuit, giving every user his or her own private fax number. DID routing is transparent to the sender and is a good solution for larger organizations where confidentiality and productivity are important.

Least-Cost Routing

The MicroFax server provides several outbound routing features that can result in considerable savings. Depending on the destination's area or country code, an outbound fax can be sent to the local, long distance or international carrier for delivery or alternatively routed to Graphnet for delivery via Graphnet's value-added fax network. Broadcasts can also be routed to the local carrier or Graphnet based on the number of destinations in the broadcast. Using Graphnet's world-wide network to deliver your faxes can result in substantial savings over other local and long distance carriers. In addition, Graphnet's fax service provides advanced features such as off-peak and scheduled delivery, high-volume broadcast service, automatic delivery retries, and other features that improve productivity and further reduce costs.

Archiving and Logging

The MicroFax server can store all inbound faxes as a normal or compressed TIFF, PostScript, DCX, or bitmap image in any network directory. Optionally, these files can then be sent via FTP on a daily basis to a corporate host for permanent archiving.

The MicroFax server also maintains a daily inbound fax log with sequence numbers assigned to each inbound fax. The network administrator can use this log to verify that a fax was received, and using the sequence number, identify the corresponding fax file in the archive for viewing.

User Interface

The MicroFax server allows users to send and receive faxes using their existing E-Mail system with little or no special training. To send a fax, the user simply "prints" the document created in any application to a print driver supplied by Graphnet. The print driver converts the document to a file, launches the E-Mail send window, and attaches the file to it. The MicroFax server picks up the message from the E-Mail postoffice, sends it as a fax, and returns a delivery notice to the sender in the form of a standard E-Mail message. An inbound fax appears as a normal E-Mail with a fax document attached. It can be viewed, stored, printed at a user-selected device, or forwarded to other E-Mail users or fax machines.

Specifications

Number of Channels:

• MX412: 4 to 12 in four-port increments
• MX420: 4 to 20 in four-port increments
• MX824T(E): 8 to 24 (30) DSOs in eight-port increments

Telco Interfaces (electrical):

• MX412, MX420: USOC RJ11
• MX824T(E): DB9 (requires external CSU)

LANs Supported (all models):

• DIX Ethernet, IEEE 802.3 Ethernet, Token Ring, ARCnet

LAN Operating Systems Supported (all models):

• Novell Netware 2.15C or better, Microsoft LAN Manager 2.x or better, IBM LAN Server 1.3 or better, Banyan VINES 4.11 or better, Windows NT Server

Inbound Routing:

• Channel, DID, DTMF

E-Mail Support:

• MS Mail, cc:Mail, MHS

LAN Media Supported:

• UTP, Coax

Dimensions (HxWxD):

• MX412, MX824T: 17" x 6.75" x 16"
• MX420, MX824E: 19" x 6.75" x 16"

Power Required (max. watts):

• MX412: 200, MX420: 250, MX 824T(E): 300

Warranty (all models):

• 1 year

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