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Chapter 3
Configuration Procedures for the Cisco 627
Using Telnet
Notice to Linux Users
When you run Linux without installing the Term/Termcap database, the message
BAD ADDRESS
displays during a connection attempt. Use the original Linux
installation disks to install the Term/Termcap database.
Connecting from a UNIX Machine
The following procedure describes how to log on to your modem from a UNIX
system:
Step 1
Enter the following at your prompt:
telnet
IP address of atm0
After you have connected, information similar to the following appears on your
display:
Cisco Broadband Operating System
CBOS (tm) 2.3.5.012 - Release Software
Copyright (c) 1986-1999 by cisco Systems, Inc.
cbos>
Step 2
Provide the login and password information. After the system authenticates your
password, you have access to CBOS.
How to Keep Telnet from Timing Out During Your Session
Telnet sessions time out after a period of inactivity. Enter the following commands
to keep the Telnet client from timing out.
cbos#
set telnet timeout off
cbos#
write
The
set telnet timeout off
setting is not saved in NVRAM after a reboot. You
must explicitly set it for every session.