Multi-Tech Systems MT9234ZBA manual Appendix D Installing a Modem under Linux

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Appendix D – Installing a Modem under Linux

Appendix D – Installing a Modem under Linux

This appendix explains how to install a modem on a computer operating under the Red Hat Linux 6.2 operating system. Other versions of Red Hat and other Linux operating systems should be similar. Briefly, in Linux, you do not need drivers for most standard external modems and most internal ISA bus modems. Programs in Linux commonly call upon the port, rather than the modem.

Standard Linux Serial Port Definitions

PC port

Linux port

Com1

ttyS0

Com2

ttyS1

Com3

ttyS2

Com4

ttyS3

Installation

Connect the external modem to an available serial port.

Setup

This section describes how to make sure Linux can talk to the modem and be able to dial up the Internet. Linux can use different programs and desktops depending on who made the Linux operating system and what version it is. The following procedures use the most commonly installed components of Red Hat 6.2. More information can be found in your Linux OS owner’s manual.

Using the Terminal Program Minicom to Verify Operation

At the command prompt, type minicom –sand press ENTER. Select Serial port setup and press ENTER.

From Serial port setup, use the A key to access Serial Device, and then press ENTER. Press ESC.

You are now in the Minicom terminal. Type AT and press ENTER. The screen should display OK to verify the operation. Alternately, dial a phone number to verify line operation

To leave Minicom, press CTRL + A, and then press Z. On the help menu, press X to exit.

Using the Modem to Call the Internet

Linux allows different graphic user interfaces (GUI). In the following steps, we’ll use the Gnome Desktop GUI and assume that your Internet Service Provider (ISP) assigns the Domain Name Service (DNS) and Internet Protocol (IP) addresses.

On the Task Bar at the bottom of the screen, select the Gnome Footprint. Select Internet from the menu.

Select Dialup Configuration Tool.

Select Add, and then click Next.

Enter the connection name and phone number, and then click Next.

Enter your user name and password, and then click Next.

Select Normal ISP if your ISP is not listed, and then click Next.

Click Finish.

Calling the ISP

On the Task Bar at the bottom of the screen, select the Gnome Footprint.

Select Internet from the menu.

Select RH PPP Dialer.

Select the connection name you entered in step 5 of the previous section.

Click OK.

Answering Calls

To use the system for answering calls, Linux requires other programs to be installed, such as Mgetty, Mgetty+Sendfax, and others, depending on your requirements. Each vendor of Linux has more than adequate information on installing these programs.

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Contents MultiModem ZBA Knowledge Base and Support Services Technical Support WarrantyCopyright RevisionsContents Introduction FeaturesAT Commands Information Technical Specifications CE MarkInstallation Safety WarningsChange the Internal Jumpers Opening the ModemChanging the Voice Jumper Connect the Two-Wire Leased Line Leased Line Only Connect the Modem to Your PCConnect the Modem to the Telephone Line Connect the Modem to a Phone OptionalConnect the Modem to the AC Power Outlet Power-On TestInstall the Modem Driver Windows InstallerPage Configure the Modem for Your Country or Region Using the Global Wizard to Configure Your ModemUsing AT Commands to Configure Your Modem Click Initial Setup and Country/Region SelectionSetup Connecting to the InternetOperation About the Front PanelChanging the Remote Escape Character Remote ConfigurationChanging the Setup Password Turning Callback Security On and Off Changing the Setup PasswordCallback Security Setting Callback Security Message Parity Assigning Callback Passwords and Phone NumbersNumber-Entry Callback Calling ProceduresPassword-Only Callback Extension-Entry Callback Direct ConnectionCallback Security Commands Callback Assignments Form Location Password Telephone NumberModem Does Not Respond to Commands TroubleshootingNone of the Indicators Light Modem Cannot Connect When Dialing File Transfer Is Slower Than It Should Be Data Is Being Lost There Are Garbage Characters on the MonitorModem Doesn’t Work with Caller ID Fax and Data Software Can’t Run at the Same TimeDownload the Upgrade File Appendix a Upgrading the Modem’s FirmwareIdentify the Modem Firmware Identify the Current Firmware VersionExtract the Upgrade Files Upgrade the Modem’s FirmwareRestore Your Parameters Clear Your Stored ParametersFCC Part 68 Telecom Appendix B Regulatory ComplianceFCC Part 15 Regulation EMC, Safety and R&TTE Directive Compliance Canadian Limitations NoticeIndustry Canada International Modem RestrictionsJapan Requirements New Zealand Telecom Warning NoticeSouth African Statement Brazil Special Cable for MT9234ZBA model only Special phone cable is required for regulatory complianceReach Statement Appendix C Environmental InformationWeee Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Statement Restriction of the Use of Hazardous Substances RoHS Rohs HT/TS Substance Concentration CR6+Appendix D Installing a Modem under Linux Configure for Callback Security in Direct Connect Mode Appendix E Using Out of Band ManagementConfigure the Modem for your Country or Region Console Port Connections Console Port Final SetupRemote Configuration Index Autoanswer Call Waiting Callback Security Caller ID
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