PPP Installation Using FreePPP For Macintosh

After you have installed FreePPP 2.5rf, follow the steps below to configure it for use with the PPP services offered by ECN. Once you've completed configuration, you can begin your PPP session either by clicking on the "Connect" button in your FreePPP Setup or by launching an application that uses TCP.

Open your FreePPP folder and choose 'FreePPP Setup' application. Now click on the little blue triangle in the lower left-hand corner of the setup window.

Configure your FreePPP window to match the previous window. These are the recommended settings.
"Allow Applications to open connection" will allow PPP to automatically connect your computer when an internet program is run.
"Disconnect if idle for XX minutes" will hangup your network connection if you are not using it for a period of time. This function could save you money, if you forget to logoff.
"Check line every XX Minutes" will monitor your connection and advise you of any problems.

Now click on the 'Modem Setup' button.

Make sure the "Connected to:" selection is showing the port that your modem is hooked up to, if not click on the selection and choose the correct port from the drop down menu.

For "Modem Init String", you can try "AutoDetect." Not all modems can handle "AutoDetect" you may need to select the "Use:" button and type in a modem string to be entered. Set the Init field to AT&F or AT&F&C1&D2 or one that you know works with your modem. You can also look one up from the modem list at the end of this document.

Then click on the "OK" Button

When you get back to the Setup Window, click on the "Accounts" Tab.

To Create a New Account For ECN, click on the "New..." button.

For "Server name:" type ECN

For "Phone number:" put in the number you have received from your Site Specialist. Each of the Engineering Schools has it's own phone numbers reserved for Dialup PPP services. If you have Call Waiting add *70, before the number.
"Connect:" should be configured for Directly. This is a pull down menu.
For "User name:", enter your ECN login. Make sure the letters are lowercase.
Then in the 'Password:' field enter your password (The password is Case Sensitive.) Your password will be hidden, so use care in entering it correctly.

When you finish Configuring this Window, click on the "Connection" Tab.

In this window set the port speed to 57600. If this does not initally work you may have to reduce the speed to your modem speed (ie 14400, 9600, etc.).

Set "Flow Control" to CTS Only. (for modems 14400 or faster)
Set "Flow Control" to CTS & RTS, DTR. (for 9600 modems)

Now click on the "OK" button

Dialing

To Connect: To dial and connect to the internet just run your favorite Internet program. (examples: Netscape,Fetch, Eudora, Newswatcher) When they need the internet connection they will use your PPP control panel to dial out. You can also go to the FreePPP Setup and click on the "Connect: button."

To Disconnect: turn off your machine and modem or go to your Free PPP Setup and click on the "Disconnect" button. It is always a good idea to turn your modem off after you disconnect this will make sure that your connection has been closed. Don't make a mistake and leave it on, you could end up staying connected for days.

Help is at your Fingertips: If you need help and cannot figure something out, click on the Help button. There is a whole library of help waiting!

How to Configure Open Transport 1.0.X

If you have Open Transport on your computer, but it isn't version 1.1.0 or higher please use Apple's 7.5.2 system Update 2.0 to update your system to version 7.5.3,
Once you have done this you will have Open Transport 1.1.0. Follow the instructions below for configuring.

How to Configure Open Transport 1.1

To configure TCP/IP. (for system 7.5 with Open Transport) Go to your Apple Menu and choose Control Panels. Double Click on the TCP/IP control panel icon.
When TCP/IP loads you will see the picture below.

Click on the menu next to Connect via: and choose MacPPP. If MacPPP is not a choice, you have not installed PPP correctly.
Click on the menu next to Configure: and choose Using PPP Server.
For Name Server address add (128.46.154.76) Your TCP/IP should now look like the picture above. You can now close this window.
Note: Older versions of FreePPP (prior to version 2.5rf) may conflict with the new Open Transport (version 1.1).

How to Configure MacTCP

Go to your Apple Menu and choose Control Panels. Double Click on the MacTCP control panel icon. If you have a TCP/IP control panel click here.

When MacTCP loads you will see the picture above. Make sure that the PPP Icon is highlighted.
Click on the "More ..." Button

Set up MacTCP for server addressing by selecting "Server" under "Obtain Address". Do not select dynamic or manual (static) addressing. The local Annex server will assign you a TCP/IP address.

You do not need to enter a gateway or IP address. If you have a number already assigned at the Gateway Address, you may need to select "Obtain Address: Manually" to reset this number (0.0.0.0). Then reselect "Obtain Address: Server." Make sure to set the "Class:B" and the "Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0" for proper operation of the networking software.

For the Domain Name Server Information, add "ecn.purdue.edu" and for the IP address add "128.46.154.76". Also check the default button to the right of the box. Your MacTCP settings should now look like the picture above.

Click on the Okay button. You must restart your computer for the changes to take place. If you do not your Internet Access will not work.

Internet Starter Kit for Macintosh Modem Page

Welcome to the Internet Starter Kit Modem Page. In the time that Internet Starter Kit for Macintosh has been out, I've realized that most Internet connection problems actually stem from incorrect modem strings. This is not inherently surprising, given the complexity of most modem string languages, and the fact the modem manuals generally read as though they were translated literally from an obscure dialect of Swahili.

All of these strings come from the third edition of Internet Starter Kit for Macintosh, and thus cannot be guaranteed to work with PCs. PC users seeking help should check the Other Resources section below - much of that information is geared to the PC.

Note that few, if any, of these modem initialization strings have been verified. They may work, or they may not. If not, you must consult your modem's manual or manufacturer for the final word.

Please email me at ace@tidbits.com with any new init strings or links to modem manufacturers. Please do not send me mail asking if I have a string for whatever modem you may have. If I have such a string, it's on the list. If it's not on the list, I don't have one (but I'd be happy to accept one if you can figure out a good one using your modem manual).

Modems and Modem Strings

Below I've listed, alphabetically by manufacturer, all the modem models with possible modem initialization strings for use with a Macintosh running MacPPP - other uses may, nay, will require different init strings. When available, I've created links to Web sites, FTP sites, or tech support email addresses for the manufacturers.

Aceex

        Aceex 1414 v.32bis ---> AT&F&D0\N3\Q3

Apple

        Web Site: www.apple.com
        FTP Site: ftp.info.apple.com
        Apple Express Modem ---> AT&F&Q5

AT&T

        Web Site: www.att.com
        FTP Site:
        AT&T DataPort 14.4 ---> AT\N7%C1&C1&D0\Q3

Best Data

        Web Site: www.bestdata.com
        FTP Site: ftp.bestdata.com
        Email: support@bestdata.com
        Best Data Smart One 14.4 ---> AT&Q5%C1&C1&D0&K0

Boca Research

        Web Site: www.boca.org
        FTP Site: ftp.boca.org
        Boca 14.4Kbps v.32bis ---> AT&F&C1\N3
        Boca Research V.32bis ---> AT&Q5%C1&C1&D0&K3

Cardinal

        Cardinal 14.4 ---> AT&F&C1&D0&Q5

Compudyne

        Compudyne 1442F ---> AT&F&C1

CPC

        CPC Turbo Modem+ ---> AT\N6%C1&C1&D0\Q3\V1

CPV

        CPV Delta 14.14 ---> AT&F4X3

Data Race

        Data Race Apex V.32/V.32bis ---> AT\N7%C1&C1&D0\Q3
        Data Race APL 1496 ---> AT\N7%C1&C1&D0\Q3

Digicom

        Digicom Eagle 9600/Scout Plus ---> AT&F&D0
        Dynalink (aka Telix and CMS?)
        Dynalink 1428vqe ---> AT&F&KS95=3&S1\N5%C3%E0L

Focus

        Focus 14.4 ---> AT&Q5%C1&C1&D0&K3S36=7

Global Village

        Web Site: www.globalcenter.net
        FTP Site: ftp.globalvillag.com
        Email: techsupport@globalvillag.com
        Global Village PowerPort Gold/Silver ---> AT&F\J0\Q3\N7%C1\V2W1
        Global Village PowerPort Mercury (100 series) ---> AT&F1
        Global Village PowerPort Mercury (200/500 series) --->AT&F
        Global Village PowerPort Mercury (200/500 series) --->AT&F%C0\N0
        Global Village TelePort Bronze ---> AT&F
        Global Village TelePort Gold II ---> AT&F1&K3
        Global Village TelePort Mercury ---> AT&F1&K3
        Global Village TelePort Silver ---> AT\J0\N3%C1&C1&D0\Q3\V1
        Global Village TelePort Silver/Gold/Mercury ---> AT&F1
        Global Village TelePort Platinum ---> AT&F1W1S95=44

Suggestions from Global Village Tech Support

            For Port Speed, select:

                2,400 for Bronze
                19,200 for Silver
                38,400 for Gold or Gold II
                57,600 for Mercury and Platinum

            For Flow Control:

                select CTS Only for connections of 9,600 bps or better. For the Bronze modems
                and the PowerPort Mercury in the PowerBook 2xx or 5xx, choose None for Flow Control.

            For Modem Init, enter:

                AT&F for all Bronze modems
                AT&F1 for TelePort Silver, Gold, and Mercury
                AT&F1&K3 for the Gold II
                AT&F1 for PowerPort Mercury in the PowerBook 1xx
                AT&F for PowerPort Mercury in the PowerBook Duo, 2xx or 5xx
                AT&F\J0\Q3\N7%C1\V2W1 for PowerPort Silver and Gold
                AT&F1W1S95=44 for the Platinum

Note: If you are having a problem with connections using the Silver, Gold, Mercury, or Platinum modems, try using the predial init above and adding a %C0 (that's a zero) to the end of the init string. This is often needed when connecting to mainframes and Unix systems.

GVC Technologies

        Email: support@gvc.com
        GVC FAX 14400 V.42bis/MNP5 ---> AT&F2&D0
        GVC Fax 144 ---> AT\N6%C1X4&C1&D0\G0\J0\Q3\V1

Hayes

        Web Site: www.hayes.com
        FTP Site: hayes.com
        Email: tech_support@hayes.com
        Hayes Accura 144 ---> AT&F
        Hayes Accura 28.8 ---> AT&F
        Hayes Optima 14400 v.32bis ---> AT&F&D0
        Hayes V-Series/Ultra ---> AT&Q5S36=7&C1&D0&K3
        Hayes Optima 288 ---> AT&F&k3L1M0S7=90S9=16S10=36

Intel

        Web Site: www.intel.com
        FTP Site: ftp.intel.com (Check the Index file for descriptions.)
        Intel 14.4 EX ---> AT&F&D0
        Intel 14.4EX ---> AT\N3%C1&C1&D0\Q3
        Intel 96EX ---> AT\N3%C1&C1&D0\Q3

MacWarehouse

        Line Link 14.4 E ---> AT&F&C1
        PowerUser 14.4E ---> AT&F&C1
        Fast Mac V.34 ---> AT&F1

Macronix

        Macronix ---> ATS36=7&Q5%C1&C1&D0&K3
        Macronix Maxlite 14.4 ---> AT&F&C1&Q9\N3

Magic

        Magic 14.4 V.32bis ---> AT&F&C1

Magnum

        Magnum 144 ---> AT&F1&K3
        Magnum 288 ---> AT&FE0&C1&D0

Megahertz

        Web Site: www.megahertz.com
        Email: techsupport@mhz.com
        Megahertz 14400/P2144 ---> AT&F&C1&D0
        MegaHertz V.32bis ---> ATS36=7&Q5%C1&C1&D0&K3

Microcom

        Web Site: www.microcom.com
        FTP Site: ftp.microcom.com
        Microcom Desk Porte/QX/4232 bis ---> AT&F&D0
        Microcom QX/V.32c ---> AT\Q5%C3&C1&D0\J0\Q3
        Microcom v.34 (to TeleBlazer V.34) ---> ATZ&C1&D2+MS=11%E1

Multi-Tech

        Web Site: www.multitech.com
        Email: tsupport@multitech.com
        Multitech MT 932 Series ---> AT&F&D0&E4
        Multitech MT1432 Series ---> AT&F&D0&Q1&E11
        Multitech MT1432 ZDX ---> AT&F&D0
        Multitech MT2834ZDX ---> AT&F0
        Multitech MT2834ZDX ---> AT&D0&E4&E6
        MultiTech MultiModem 224E/V.32 ---> AT&E1&E15&C1&D0&E4$BA0

Netcomm (Australia)

        Web Site: www.netcomm.com.au
        Netcomm Roadster 28.8 ---> AT&F%E2&C1&D2S0=0S7=60-K0

Practical Peripherals

        Web Site: www.practinet.com
        FTP Site: ftp.practinet.com
        Email: support@practinet.com
        Practical Peripherals 14400FXMT ---> AT&F&C1
        Practical Peripherals 14400FXSA ---> AT&F&C1N0
        Practical Peripherals 28.8 V.FAST ---> AT&K3&D0&C1
        Practical Peripherals 9600SA/14400SA ---> ATS36=7&Q5&C1&D&K3
        Practical Peripherals MC288MT II v.34 ---> AT&F3
        Practical Peripherals MC288LCD v.34 ---> AT&F3

Prometheus

        Prometheus Pro Modem Ultima ---> AT&F&D0
        Prometheus Pro Modem 144e ---> AT&F&C1&D0&K3
        Prometheus Ultima/Home Office ---> AT\N3%C1&C1&D0\J0\V1\Q3
        Prometheus V.32/V.32bis ---> AT&C1&D0*E1*F3*S1
        Prometheus CyberPort 28.8 v.34 ---> AT&F&C1

PSI

        PSI Comstation V ---> AT&F
        PSI PowerModem II/IV ---> AT&F

Quicktel

        Quicktel Xeba 14.4 ---> AT&F&C1
        Quicktel 2814XVR 28.8 ---> AT&F&C1&D2S7=90S10=60S95=1

Racal

        Web Site: www.racal.com
        Racal ALM 3223 ---> AT&F&D0
        Racal ALM 3226 V.32bis ---> AT&F&C1

SpectraCom

        Spectra Pocket Modem 14.4 ---> AT&F
        SpectraCom V.32bis PocketFax ---> AT&Q3S36=7%C1&C1&D0&K3

Supra

        Web Site: www.supra.com
        FTP Site: ftp.supra.com
        Email: supratech@supra.com
        Supra 14.4 LC ---> AT&F1
        Supra 2400 V.42bis ---> AT&Q5S36=7%C1&C1&D0&K3
        SupraFAXModem v.32bis ---> AT&F1
        SupraFAXModem 288 ---> AT&F1
        SupraFAXModem 288 ---> AT&F1%C0

Telebit

        Web Site: www.telebit.com
        FTP Site: ftp.telebit.com
        Email: support@telebit.com
        Usenet: biz.comp.telebit
        Telebit QBlazer ---> AT&FS58=2S180=1S190=0
        Telebit QBlazer/T3000 ---> ATS180=2S190=1S51=252S58=2S68=2
        Telebit T1600 ---> AT&F9
        Telebit WorldBlazer ---> AT&F9X2

UDS

        UDS FasTalk Fax32bx/V.3225 ---> AT\N3%C1&C1&D0\G0\J0\V1\Q3
        UDS Fastalk V.32 bx ---> AT&F&C1\N3\Q3
        UDS Motorola V.3225L/V.3229L ---> AT&F&C1\Q3

USRobotics

        Web Site: www.usr.com
        FTP Site: ftp.usr.com
        Email: support@usr.com
        USRobotics ---> AT&M4&K1B0&A3&B1&D0&H1&I0&N0&R2
        USRobotics Courier HST Dual ---> AT&F&C1&D0
        USRobotics Courier V.32 bis/as ---> AT&F&D0&H1&K2
        USRobotics Courier Dual Standard v.34 ---> AT&F&B1&H1&K3&R2S56=128&N12
        USRobotics Mac & Fax ---> AT&F&D0&H1
        USRobotics Mac & Fax ---> AT&D0&F1&H1&K2&M5
        USRobotics Sportster 14.4 ---> AT&F1&H1&C1&D0X4
        USRobotics Sportster 28.8 ---> AT&F1
        USRobotics Sportster 9600 ---> AT&F&H1
        USRobotics Sportster V.34 ---> AT&F&A3&B1&H1&R2&D0&C1X4S7=90
        USRobotics Sportster V.34 ---> AT&F0&A3&B1&H1&K3&R2&S1X4S40=2

Viking

        Viking PCMCIA modem with PowerBook 5300c ---> AT&F&C1&D2S7=55S37=17

Viva

        Viva 14.4 ---> AT&F&C1

Wang

        Wang 14.4 ---> AT&F&C1&D0

Zoltrix

        Zoltrix 14.4 ---> AT&F&C1&D0

Zoom

        Web Site: www.zoomtel.com
        Zoom 14.4 V.32/V.32 bis ---> AT&F&C1
        Zoom 2400 v.42bis ---> AT&Q5%C1W1&C1&D0S36=7&K3
        Zoom V.32/V.32bis ---> AT&Q5S36=7%C1&C1&D0&K3
        Zoom VFX 14.4 V.32bis ---> AT&F&C1&D3&K3&Q5%C3\N3S7=60S36=7S46=138

Zyxel

        Web Site: www.zyxel.com
        Email: tech@zyxel.com
        Zyxel U-1496 ---> AT&F&D0
        Zyxel V.32bis ---> AT&C1&D0&H3&K4&N0

Please send comments to Adam C. Engst at ace@tidbits.com.

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