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 36-1.
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 31-1 Task Map for Setting Up the Dial-up PPP Link
Task |
Description |
For Instructions |
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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. |