You set up the dial-up PPP link by configuring modems, modifying network database files, and modifying the PPP configuration files that are described in Table 22–1.
The next table lists the major tasks to configure both sides of a dial-up PPP link. Typically, you configure only one end of the link, either the dial-out machine or dial-in server.
Table 17–1 Task Map for Setting Up the Dial-up PPP Link
Task |
Description |
For Instructions |
---|---|---|
1. Gather preconfiguration information |
Gather data that is needed prior to setting up the link, such as peer host names, target phone numbers, and modem speed. | |
2. Configure the dial-out machine |
Set up PPP on the machine that makes the call over the link. | |
3. Configure the dial-in server |
Set up PPP on the machine that receives incoming calls. | |
4. Call the dial-in server |
Type the pppd command to initiate communications. |