Tasks for Configuring the Dial-out Machine (Task Map) (System Administration Guide: Resource Management and Network Services)

System Administration Guide: Resource Management and Network Services

Tasks for Configuring the Dial-out Machine (Task Map)

Table 31–2 Task Map for Setting Up the Dial-out Machine


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.	Planning a Dial-up PPP Link
2. Configure the modem and serial port	Set up the modem and serial port.	How to Configure the Modem and Serial Port (Dial-out Machine)
3. Configure the serial line communication	Configure the characteristics of the transmission across the serial line.	How to Define Communications Over the Serial Line
4. Define the conversation between the dial-out machine and the peer	Gather communications data and use the information to create the chat script.	How to Create the Instructions for Calling a Peer
5. Configure information about a particular peer	Configure PPP options to call an individual dial-in server.	How to Define the Connection With an Individual Peer
6. Call the peer.	Type the `pppd` command to initiate communications.	How to Call the Dial-in Server.