Dialing Out to Another Modem

Dialing Out to Another Modem

The cu utility dials your modem. Before you attempt to dial out, make sure your local modem is connected to both your system and a working telephone line. Also, make sure the modem is turned on. The cu syntax to dial the number 1-800-555-1234 is:

cu 18005551234

Refer to the cu(1) reference page for complete information on cu. If everything is working, you should hear the modem dialing, and after a short time you should see the following message on your console:

Connected

If no login prompt is displayed, press <Enter> once.
If a prompt is displayed, continue and log in to the remote system.
To disconnect, press the <Enter> key, the tilde key (~), a period (.), and the <Enter> key again.
If you cannot connect, refer to the troubleshooting tips in "Troubleshooting Your Modem Setup" in Chapter 5.