Modem configuration is always required, regardless of whether the Internet Gateway is used for Internet access or for LAN-to-LAN connection.
The
Modems screen is reached via the Modems option on
the Main Menu.
Note: Clicking the Properties button will save any changes made on this screen. Use the Save button if you make changes on this screen only.
Permanent Connection |
Select
this if the port of the Internet Gateway is connected to a leased line or
other permanent connection. |
Modem |
If
your Modem or ISDN TA is listed, simply select it. |
Properties Button |
Click this to open the Modem Properties screen. |
If
you select the Modem radio button on the Modems screen,
and then click the Properties button, you will see the Modem
Properties screen.
It is only necessary to use this screen if your modem is not listed, and the
Other modem type does not function correctly. In that case, leave the
modem type as Other and set the properties on this screen.
Initial String |
This
is a series of AT commands used to correctly configure your modem or ISDN. |
Serial Line Speed |
Select the speed which is equal to or below the fastest SERIAL line speed (NOT phone line speed) of your modem. Available speeds range from 4.8K to 460.8K (bps). |
Dial Type |
Select Tone, Pulse or Other to match your system. For Other, you must provide the Dial String (see below). |
Dial String |
Only
required if you are NOT using Tone or Pulse dialing. |
Auto Answer Commands |
Enter the command strings which turn the "auto-answer" function in your modem or ISDN TA ON and OFF. |
If you select the Permanent Connection (Leased line) radio button on the Modems screen, and then click the Properties button, you will see the Leased Line Properties screen.
Serial Line Speed |
Select
the speed to match your leased line or permanent connection. Note that only asynchronous connections are supported. |