How to Test a Brother Fax Machine (4 Steps)

1. Insert a document to fax into the fax machine's page loader. Depending on the model of your Brother fax machine, the page may need to be inserted either right side up or upside down. Refer to the manual included with your particular unit for proper loading instructions.
2. Dial 1-888-473-2963 (1-888-hpfaxme) on the fax machine's keypad. This dedicated fax test line is run by Hewlett-Packard but works with all fax machines.
3. Press 'Start' or 'Send' on the fax machine to begin the transmission. Once the fax is sent, a confirmation page will be printed by most Brother fax machine models.
4. Wait a few moments for a return fax from the HP Fax Test Service line. The return fax will be printed automatically once it is received. If you receive the fax, then your Brother fax machine is properly configured.