Modem Configuration - StarTech.com CABCONS1716I User Manual

CONS1716I.
It is important to note that modems that offer "56K" (or 56,000 bps) con-
nections often achieve connection speeds that are far lower than their
maximum capabilities.
Given the limitations of telecom infrastructure (many locations have yet
to implement fully digital switching technology, and still rely on older
analog technology for some segments), the maximum "upstream" transfer
rate is limited to a maximum of 33,600 bps between two modems; the
"downstream" rate is often within a similar range for a typical connection.
Therefore, speeds below 56,000 bps do not indicate a problem with the
modem or the CABCONS1716I, but simply reflect the line conditions at
the time the connection is made.
The Serial port can be used for serial port configuration when the modem
is connected. It requires the use of a null modem serial cable.
Place the modem near the CABCONS1716I and an available telephone
jack. Connect the modem to the telephone jack, data cable, and power
source according to the instructions in its documentation. The opposite
end of the modem's data cable should be a DB9 female serial connection.
Connect that end of the cable to the Serial connection on the rear panel
of the CABCONS1716I.
Modem configuration
Although most connections will work appropriately with the default set-
tings on CABCONS1716I, manual changes can be made. To do so:
Login to the Web interface as Admin. Click Modem, listed on the left side
of the main page. You will then be presented with the Modem Option
menu (see above). Make the following changes to enable and configure
the modem connection:
1. Enable modem connections (PPP) via serial port/modem: select
Enabled.
2. Baud rate to use (affects connection between us and the modem only):
select 115200.
3. Init string: leave as ATE0S0=1&K3.
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