CONFIGURATION EDITOR
DIAL BACKUP PORT

Dial Backup Modem Settings

Connect Type

Dial String

Hang Up String

Initialization String

Modem Type


For appropriate modem commands and syntax, refer to the manual that came with your modem.

Modem Type

Select the type of modem you have connected to the port. If you are connecting directly to the backup device without going through a modem, select the Null Modem option.
Range: Hayes, V.25 bis, or Null Modem
 

Connect Type

This parameter defines whether or not the port is originating or answering the call.
Range: Answer or Originate
 

Initialization String

Enter the initialization string required to initialize your attached modem. For specifics, refer to your modem's manual.
Do not include spaces in this string.
Range: Up to 40 characters (dependent upon your modem type)
 

Dial String

Enter the appropriate dial string that activates the dial backup connection. For specifics, refer to your modem's manual.
You must define this string, even though the connection is via null-modem. If you are using null-modem, enter any text string.
Range: Up to 40 characters (dependent upon your modem type)
 

Hang Up String

Enter the hang up string required to disconnect the modem. For specifics, refer to your modem's manual.
This field must be defined for the port originating the call. It does not apply for null-modem connections, or ports configured to answer the call.
Range: Up to 20 characters (dependent upon your modem type)