Configuring your modem for PPP

A modem provides you with analog connection capabilities (leased and switched lines). For your analog Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) connections, you can use an external modem, internal modem, or Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) terminal adapter.

• Configuring a new modem
  You can configure a new modem using an existing modem description or base the modem description on a previous modem description.

• Setting modem command strings
  You can find the equivalent command string in the user manual for your modem. Use the manufacturer's suggested setting in the modem description.

• Example: Configuring an ISDN terminal adapter
  The example demonstrates how to configure an Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) terminal adapter.

• Associating a modem with a line description
  The topic demonstrates the steps for associating a modem with a line description.

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