Testing the UUCP connection
To test your UUCP connection:
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If you are configuring an outbound UUCP connection,
cu must function in order for UUCP
to work. Follow the instructions for configuring
and testing the modem in
``Adding modems''.
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If you are using a Hayes or compatible modem,
make sure the volume on the modem is at an
appropriate level. You must be able to hear the
modem to carry out this test successfully.
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Ensure that the Systems file has an entry for
the system you intend to call, and that the Devices file
has a matching entry for ttynn.
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Start the uutry program by entering:
/usr/lib/uucp/uutry -r -x9 sitename
NOTE:
The output from this test can be found in
/tmp/sitename.
If you need to call your provider for assistance,
it is a good idea to save this output.
See
``How a UUCP transmission proceeds''
for a discussion of the output from uutry.
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Listen carefully to the modem.
You should hear each digit as the number is dialed,
then hear a high-pitched signal when the other modem connects,
followed by silence.
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The dialer automatically disconnects any call that it cannot complete.
To break out of the shell created by uutry, press <Del>
or <BREAK>.
This returns control to the terminal while uucico continues
to run, sending the output to a file in /tmp with the
name of the system called.
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If the signal is not present, make certain:
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the modem is connected to the telephone jack
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the jack is connected to the phone system
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the correct phone number is in the Systems file
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If you do not hear the modem dial, make certain:
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the volume switch is up
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the modem is connected to the correct serial line and that
the cable connection is tight
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the correct tty line is in the Devices file
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the modem's power is on
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there are no LCK.. files in /usr/spool/uucp
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