27 Feb
2001
27 Feb
'01
23:17
Here comes post #2 for the day. =]
Anyone have suse 7.0 running up-to-spec on a pismo powerbook? I'm having
great trouble with a usb modem. I tried upgrading the kernel to 2.4, etc.
It's a ricochet wireless modem, it uses standard AT modem commands. It will
dial and so fourth, but pppd craps out when wvdial tries to fire it up.
Any help is greatly appreciated,
-taylor
28 Feb
28 Feb
00:48
That is probably not a modem issue but rather due to the kernel 2.4.x. Check
Joss Winn's Re: Pre-compiled 2.4 kernels? in this list.
"...I've been using the suse kernels with no problems. The 2.2.18 rpm was a
breeze, the 2.4.x gave me module problems until I worked out the new
names given to some kernels (ppp/dmasound...) and changed
/etc/modules.conf accordingly. Also, with the 2.4.x you need the new
modultils and the new ppp, both available with the kernels on the suse site.
ftp://ftp.suse.com/pub/suse/ppc/kernel/
http://linuxppc.org/software/kernel/
"
Hannes
-----Original Message-----
From: tayone [mailto:tayone@wwc.com]
Sent: Tuesday, February 27, 2001 3:18 PM
To: suse-ppc(a)suse.com
Subject: Ricochet usb modem? Pismo powerbook usb support?
Here comes post #2 for the day. =]
Anyone have suse 7.0 running up-to-spec on a pismo powerbook? I'm having
great trouble with a usb modem. I tried upgrading the kernel to 2.4, etc.
It's a ricochet wireless modem, it uses standard AT modem commands. It will
dial and so fourth, but pppd craps out when wvdial tries to fire it up.
Any help is greatly appreciated,
-taylor
11:38
On Tue, Feb 27, tayone wrote:
Here comes post #2 for the day. =]
Anyone have suse 7.0 running up-to-spec on a pismo powerbook? I'm having
great trouble with a usb modem. I tried upgrading the kernel to 2.4, etc.
It's a ricochet wireless modem, it uses standard AT modem commands. It will
dial and so fourth, but pppd craps out when wvdial tries to fire it up.
Maybe the needed ppp module is not loaded.
Add this to modules.conf
alias ppp0 ppp_generic
Gruss Olaf
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$ man clone
BUGS
Main feature not yet implemented...
18:27
My ppp modules are setup correctly I believe. I think what is slowing
down/stoppin my modem is an option in /etc/wvdial.conf or /etc/ppp/options.
I believe I have tried every possible combination of settings, but
regaurdless my modem only goes a fraction of its true speed and stalls
constantly. =(
Although it *does* connect to the internet, so pppd is working. Somewhat.
Thanks,
-t
Anymore help!?!?!?! =]
On Tue, Feb 27, tayone wrote:
Here comes post #2 for the day. =]
Anyone have suse 7.0 running up-to-spec on a pismo powerbook? I'm having
great trouble with a usb modem. I tried upgrading the kernel to 2.4, etc.
It's a ricochet wireless modem, it uses standard AT modem commands. It will
dial and so fourth, but pppd craps out when wvdial tries to fire it up.
Maybe the needed ppp module is not loaded.
Add this to modules.conf
alias ppp0 ppp_generic
Gruss Olaf 
2 Apr
2 Apr
02:49
New subject: Updating the Kernel to 2.4.2
I am extremely new to the Linux game and i am wondering what the details are
to updating the kernel? Is it an easy procedure or is this something that i
should have my ducks in a row before i start. It took me several days (and
installs) to get my linux install actually working. so i am not afraid to
screw it up. I just would like to know what the procedure is.
-TIA
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C. Michael Woodward
1067 Gene Ave.
Hamilton, OH 45013
E-mail: cmichaelwoodward(a)yahoo.com
Fax: 401-712-5915
Phone: 513-896-9669
6 Apr
6 Apr
08:43
New subject: Updating the Kernel to 2.4.2
Once upon a time, well, to be exact, on Monday 02 April 2001 04:49 am, C.
Michael Woodward struck the keys thus:
I am extremely new to the Linux game and i am
wondering what the details
are to updating the kernel? Is it an easy procedure or is this something
that i should have my ducks in a row before i start. It took me several
days (and installs) to get my linux install actually working. so i am not
afraid to screw it up. I just would like to know what the procedure is.
Nothing to be afraid of. There are just two basics to keep in your mind:
If you have an OldWorld Machine you need the Kernel also on the Mac Side for
BootX
If you have a New World Machine and an installed System you just need the
Kernel rpm on the Linux Side
BUT!
You need in any case the file:
ftp://ftp.suse.com/pub/suse/ppc/kernel/modutils-2.4.1-0.ppc.rpm
Otherwise the new Kernel cannot load his Modules, that would be like a meal
without food ;)
and
ftp://ftp.suse.com/pub/suse/ppc/kernel/ppp-2.4.0-3.ppc.rpm
Otherwise there will be Problems with your ppp Connection
have fun
--
Rolf Schmidt
SuSE PowerPC Support Team
SuSE GmbH, Schanzaeckerstrasse 10, 90443 Nuernberg
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