Modems and FileLink®

FileLink is designed for use with AT command set modems. These are also referred to as Hayes compatible modems.

FileLink expects modems to be in their factory default settings. The first thing to do if you are experiencing communications problems is to make sure your modem is set for factory defaults. See the MODEMDEFAULTS script command for more information.

If the factory settings are in place and communications problems persists, then the modem  initialization string preconfigured by the FileLink Configurator may not be correct for your particular modem. For example, we have found that the Courier V.Everything modem requires a different modem initialization string.

Default modem initialization string:        ATW2&D2

Courier modem initialization string:        AT&F1X4

Refer to your modem documentation for initialization commands or contact Serengeti Systems technical support if you are unable to make your modem work with FileLink.

Detecting Modems

FileLink can detect a modem attached to one of the COM ports in your PC. This allows FileLink to configure itself if it is run on a PC and the location of the modem is not known ahead of time. This detection can take place when FileLink is initially loaded by adding the -px switch to the program shortcut or by running the MODEMDETECT script command.

Related Command(s):        MODEMCMD, MODEMRESET, DIAL, ANSWER