When I was using Linux years ago, I had a Diamond Supra external modem that also worked well (9-pin serial connection). Basically, if it's external and you can find in it's documentation that it has a 16550 UART chip in it: you'll be good to go.
I still have my Supra. And, heh, I'm not selling it. David From: tech-geeks-boun...@tech-geeks.org [mailto:tech-geeks-boun...@tech-geeks.org] On Behalf Of Ben Story Sent: Monday, October 18, 2010 7:21 AM To: Tech-Geeks Mailing List Subject: Re: [tech-geeks] Ubuntu and modems It has been awhile since I've used Linux with a modem, and I'm hoping that it has gotten easier, but here is what I remember. 1. Winmodems are the scourge of Linux. These modems are not true modems in that they don't have the real chips, they expect the software to do the functions. They're called winmodems because the drivers are only available for Windows. That being said, their were some models that were reverse engineered and have linux support. 2. US Robotics external 56K modems are the bomb with Linux. Linux loves them and they love linux. On Mon, Oct 18, 2010 at 6:55 AM, Dan Ragen <dera...@gmail.com<mailto:dera...@gmail.com>> wrote: Anybody use Ubuntu with a modem? I ahve a couple people that need help and I have tired it yet, in fact I don't even have a modem any more to test. Any pointers appreciated. -- Daniel E. Ragen District Technology Coordinator Dupo CUSD 196 600 Louisa Ave Dupo, IL 62239 Phone - 618-286-3214 x2141 dra...@dupo.stclair.k12.il.us<mailto:dra...@dupo.stclair.k12.il.us> ''Life's tough ... it's even tougher if you're stupid." - John Wayne | Subscription info at http://www.tech-geeks.org | -- -- Ben Story CCSP, CCNA, CCNA Wireless, CCDA ben.st...@gmail.com<mailto:ben.st...@gmail.com> "You cannot escape the responsibility of tomorrow by evading it today. -- Abraham Lincoln ________________________________ Pursuant to Illinois' public records law, this written communication may constitute a public record which is available to the public and media upon request. Please be advised that this email communication may be subject to public disclosure.
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