What is the correct inittab entry to enable modem port for dial-in?

[Debbie Fleith]

I'm configuring a modem on Red Hat 6.2 and have it working on port /dev/ttyS0 for dial-out. What is the getty statement needed in /etc/inittab and what other files do I need to configure to enable dial-in

[Vincenzo Restuccia]

Enable modem with kpp or gpp and after see /etc/inittab.

[Nico van Royen]

Assuming you have the modem installed a /dev/modem then:

S0:3:respawn:/sbin/mgetty /dev/modem

You should also have configured the getty packahe itself depending on what kind of access you want (fax, uucp, normal login etc..)..

Nico van Royen

[Debbie Fleith]

Althought I have 12 years of experience with HP-UX, I'm new to Linux. Can either of you who have responded give me any more details about your recommended solution?

What is kpp and gpp?

How do I configure the getty package?

[Vincenzo Restuccia]

Sorry,right is kppp (gppp).It is a tool for configure a modem and a internet connection.In prompt:
#kppp (kde interface)
#gppp (gnome interface)

[Debbie Fleith]

Thank-you, but it doesn't help. I do not have a kpp nor gpp command line prompt available. Do I need to install a .rpm package for these?

[Vincenzo Restuccia]

You can install it but see http://www.europe.redhat.com/documentation/HOWTO/Modem-HOWTO.php3