Alright, I have a modem in this computer that I'm going to be swapping over to linux that comes up as Generic Fax-Modem in windows 98's hardware profile. I have to assume that it's a winmodem. Is there a catchall generic driver for the Linmodem project that might work for hardware like this, or am I screwed?

/K

Modem Help

Here are some notes made to myself on the road to getting internet connected with Linux....hope it helps.

Just got on line with Amigo AMI-IA56 internal PCI dialup modem with Intel 536ep chipset. (google for it)

Maybe this will help.

1. Your ISP must play nice w/Linux...mine didn't (AOL) , had to change ISP.
2. I guess you know that DSL thru LAN (NIC) connection is easiest. No drivers. Took about 4 minutes.
3. Next easiest is dialup with external serial (NOT USB) modem. Google for Best DATA or US Robotics ($20 - $65). No drivers. Takes about 10-15 min. to configure in Kppp. I bought one for the kid's PC at thrift store. ($4). Everyone's getting rid of older 56k ser. modems. (they work with linux and are faster than some int. PCI modems)
4. Of course I chose the most difficult install. This was my tutorial to myself after successful install.
I cannot guarantee any success with your setup:

my setup:
Mandrake 10.0 download.
KDE3.2
Konqueror
2.6.3-7 kernel
Amigo AMI-IA56 internal hdwr PCI modem w/Intel 536ep chipset ($20)

Intel 536ep modem install

Install modem in PC
make sure kernel source is installed by the following:
(you must have your install cd's ready)
open a terminal>logon as root(su)>enter password>then type:
# urpmi kernel-source


Must use EXACT drivers for EXACT modem for EXACT kernel version.
Use the intel 536ep 4.69-mdk10-up.tgz file from Intel site. Drivers on modem disk are outdated (they are for kernel 2.4.x)
Use GUI to create empty folder in /home/user/ ....named Intel
copy .tgz file to folder using GUI
unzip the file by one of the following methods:
In terminal:
# tar -zxvf <filename>.tgz
the file will be unzipped into a new folder in the Intel folder

OR

In the GUI (Konqueror) right click the .tgz file>choose actions>choose extract here. Again, new folder will be created in Intel folder.
Use whichever method DOES NOT impose locked permissions on the unzipped files.
Follow instructions in the readme created in the unzipped folder.
Go back to terminal:
move into the directory created by the unzip action by:
# cd <filename directory>
# make clean
# make 536
#make install
reboot PC
this will create a /dev/modem/ link. Use this setting in the Kppp dialer.

The Kppp dialer is a completely different project once you have loaded the drivers. If you need help, I will try to post, but am still experimenting with modem commands...... ...slower connect speeds (28800 - 45000) actually give the best combination of speed AND stability.
Good luck

thanks for that. I'm sort of looking for a solution that doesn't involve buying new hardware, if it's possible..I know I can set up a new external modem for it, I'd just rather try and not spend more than I have to on the deal.

/K

Assuming you're still running Windows 98, I'd download one of the Windows system information progs such as Everest :

http://www.lavalys.com/products/over...ng=en&pageid=1

This should at least give you an idea of the manufacturer, chipset and so on. As an aside, I've used the Intel 536ep and found it somewhat erratic even with the correct driver. I've found the Conexant HCF/HSF modems, one of which I'm using now, to be much better.

Hope this helps,

Dave