[hblug] Kubuntu - setting up external modem - help

[chris morris]

Try running kppp as root.
I've had the exact same issue with an internal winmodem. ( intel 536EP )
The modem would not detect unless kppp was running as root.

Why? who knows.......

chris.



Chris wrote:
> Hi All
>
> Recently I was able to get a Ext/Modem (SwanSmart) and now I'm trying 
> to get it to work under Linux.  Help!
>
> So far...
> Error message - Linux cant find file /etc/resolv.conf  "file can be 
> created and be blank" Great how do I do this?
>
> Config through Kppp in Kubuntu
> Set up ISP and Ph     OK
> Authentication is Pap/Chap
> IP is Dynamic
> Gateway is Default
> DNS no's - Pri and 2ndy have been entered
> Flowcontrol is Crtscts
> modem using TTyS0 ~ 4   however will not detect modem still!
>
> I have tried modem0 ~ 4 with out success, The modem  is _serial connected.
> _
> Can anyone help with this please?
>
> Regards
>
> Chris
>
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