mobile office

I think if you map the port of the MFP through the firewall. The end-user (on their laptop in the field) Could print via IPP. (Internet Printing Protocol) I know the Ricoh MFP's have this capability.
To be honest I never have done this. But, in theory it can be done. That is where I would look. -slim463

I don't think I was as clear as I should have been in my previous post. They would transport the mfp with them and use it for printing locally. The main problem comes when they want to send a fax. I'm thinking of selling them an AC205 and showing them that they can scan via usb or Scan to PC software and then sending the fax via a third party solution like smart fax. The AC205 would be ideal because it is lightweight, inexpensive and has the scan to usb capability. The main hurdle is the third party fax solution. Any input is greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Jerry

what about e fax?

Yes, efax would work.

I think you still weren't clear

The problem you have is there's no phone line for the MFP to plug into in order to fax?

That's correct. Since this is the case I think it is easier to use the internet to route the faxes.

I think you can even get a local # through e fax if you pay additional fee.

Local number might be a nice perk, but sounds like this customer is sending more than receiving.

I'm glad we're able to provide a solution but wow, what kind of person calls their copier rep and says:

"Ok, I wanna send a fax over a phoneline but don't have a phoneline, do you have a machine that'll do that?"