Dear all This is my first message on the forum and I am so happy to know join the first Linux forum in my homeland :) Now.. I have just successfully installed Mandrake 10.2 2005 Limited Edition. I have a Speedtouch USB ADSL modem Rev. 4.0 (Sliver colored). The same problem with connecting to the Internet.. The modem is recognized and all the leds are green, but no connection either with the Mandrake Control Center or at Reboot. I have carefully followed and executed every step in Please note that my ISP is LinkDotNet, I have contacted them but they have no tech-support for Linux, however I have contacted them to know the VPI/VCI (0.35) when it has to be needed in the procedure of the previous link as it was not among the ISP's listed. Guys.. all seems to be OK but NOOO CONNECTION :(
PLEASE HELP :(
Thanks
Well it DOES work
Hey seinfeld,
I've tried the SpeedTouch on MDK a couple of months ago, it gave me a hard time but it DID work. I'm sorry I don't remember how exactly, but I remember it was kinda easier to run it on Knoppix. Give it a try.
The ethernet interface doesn't need any drivers and is guaranteed to work with any network-aware OS. It's also pretty easy to configure. IMO it's worth the extra money (rent). If you're gonna buy though, then study your options and ask for advice.
btw, cool nick ;)
Other distribution .. may be...
Hi ShErbO
Thanks a lot for the reply. My friend, please try to remember :( how you got it working on MDK. Is your version the same as mine (2005 Limited Edition) or was it 10.1 or less ??
Well, you seem to be a Linux Guru, so what is the distribution you'd recommend other than MDK?? I am used to MDK however, I am open for tries.. What do you suggest the most for GUI, fancy options etc..?? However, my problem now is to get the internet working, so if you recall how you did it with MDK, please let me know :(
Thanks buddy
;)
Hello, I was using MDK 10,
Hello,
I was using MDK 10, but there's no logical reason why it shouldn't run on 10.1 or whatever (newer) ones. Sorry I really can't remember how I did it, but I remember trying many drivers from google until one of them worked. Knoppix consists of one disc called a LiveCD, which means that you can boot & run the whole system directly from the CD without installing it. Of course it wouldn't hurt to give it a try on Ubuntu.
GUI's ? Well KDE & GNOME are the best ones for newbies. They're easy and are quite similar to the windows experience (without the blue screen), but they're quite heavy on the CPU though. XFCE is a really nice lightweight environment. Personally, I alternate bet. GNOME & XFCE.
Just keep trying, and don't lose hope because there's nothing as fun as having a Linux system online :)
MDK 10.1 now. Nothing either
Hello..
Well, I am just clinging with every hope here :( I follwed every step of the link and the Result >>> Nothing. I am so dissapointed..
The only drivers available are the files are KQD6_3.012 for Rev.2 modem and ZZZL_3.012 for Rev.4 which I have now. The steps are easy to follow as you see but I got nothing.
I have tried Knoppix 3.6 as well, tell you what it did not work either. It looks too cluttered too. I even wrote an email as requested in case of problems in the link. I did not a reply except suggesting an Ethernet modem too :).
But the point is that many people have succeded. i don't know what is wrong??
OK, are you usinga USB modem too ?? If so I will just switch to MEPIS.
I know my friend, nothing better than having a Linux on line it is worth trying, but I have been now 3 days :( Let me know if you have any suggestions and thanks again
Good News
Something suddenly came up to my mind: A while ago someone was asking abt the same modem and I remember answering him. I searched the LUG (search button on the left side-bar) and here it is.
Basically, it says that you'll have to download 2 files from the given website (script + firmware). Please get them both and place them in the same folder on your linux partition. DON'T UNZIP THE FILE. you have to be root while doing the whole process. Then edit the script and change the required info (login, VPI/VCI etc..) Then run the script. This IS the way to go. please keep trying and give me the feedback.
I think there is a typo
Hey.. Thanks for the reply
I think we are somehow closer.. OK I have run the script.. I have an error coming as the file executes touch: cannot touch: 'No such file or directory'.. I will edit the file and revise it then give you the feedback
TTY soon
Thanks a lot
Yepp we're getting really clo
Yepp we're getting really close now. awaiting your reply. Quick notes: place both files in the same directory. do this as root. don't unzip.
Some errors my friend pls help..
Hey friend.. Now I am facing some errors here.. Now I have tried the following:
1. I put both files in (a window called win_d partition that I can see from Linux instead of the floppy .. or whatever) it is /mnt/win_d/speedtouch-adsl and also the other zipped file to be /mnt/win_d/SpeedTouch330_firmware_3012
2. Into MDK, I logged as a root using su, typed: /mnt/win_d/speedtouch-adsl.sh
Note I did not add the values to the macros, username, psswd and VPI_VCI in order to see what will happen
Result : The file compiles fine and an object window prompts asking to choose the country, I have chosen Portugal as it has the same VPI_VCI of 0.35 (I can add Egypt later in the script but.. later)
Clicked OK
I am now prompted with the Username >> Bingo, I entered it and Clicked >> OK
I am now prompted the Password >> Bingo, I entered it and Clicked >>OK
Now, I get a 2 sec pause and the shell window scrolls forever showing the error:
I have repeated the steps carefully again, same thing.
It seemed it had worked with you, I think it is something trivial but I do not want to alter the script before getting back to you..
Am I missing something my friend ??
Waiting,,, Thanks
Weird !!
Okay that's getting pretty weird...
as root, please do the following: ls /etc/ppp/
And post the results.. Sorry this is getting boring for both of us, but now I'm really determined to figure out what's going on :)
No give up !!
Boring ???, Apology ??.. Come on... I who should apologize for being boring.. Your help is very very much appreciated. I am so grateful..
I will try both and get back to you.. Again your help is very much appreciated and thanks a lot. This is in fact good and experiencing for boith of us :) TTY soon
Seems good to me
The site you mentioned seems easy & straight-forward. Have you tried it yet ?? Note though, the guy recommends that you don't have the alcatel software installed. Guess you will need to remove it.
Regarding the "not certified with MDK 10.1" issue, it's okay. Since the modem has a green tick mark it means that people have got it working alright.
BINGO !!!! but :(
Hello..I am online...At laaasst :) :) But ...
I have followed the link step by step especially the "example" in Everything went well but I would like to add the follwing hints otherwise it won't work
2. Also never transfer to the working directory sourceconf-dd-mm-yyyy the file alcaudsl.sys, otherwise it will take preference on the .zip file and this will never connect. (Please refer to FAQ)
Everything worked as scheduled in the "example"..
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To automatically dial-in when the PC boots up :
/usr/lib/lsb/install_initd speedtouch
Do you want to set this up now? (Yes / No)
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But.. When I answer YES to the question, it NEVER connects on reboot. I have to connect manually everytime I turn on the PC by /etc/init.d/speedtouch start (please refer to FAQ). The init never succeeds. I get the following error when I answer Yes
usage:
init command failed
Well, a success though, however why not let it work as it should be, why it does not dial up and connect at reboot ???? I apologize if it was boring but.. Thanks a lot ShErbO, your care is really appreciated we made most of it buddy.. :)
Glad it worked
Pleased to help you, and thanks for clearing it up for the future SpeedTouch users in the LUG.
Thanks and...
Thanks again
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