Configuring the Analog Modem
Introduction
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The analog modem interface on SMG products is available for use in several
scenarios.
As a normal WAN interface, the analog modem can be used in the same
way other WAN interfaces such as DSL and ISDN are used
As a backup WAN interface, the analog modem can be set up to come
into operation if the primary WAN interface becomes unusable for some
reason.
As an out-of-band management interface, the analog modem can access
the SMG management functions by dialing into the SMG, for example
using the Virtual Access Activator product. It is also possible for the
SMG to dial-out via the analog modem interface under some conditions.
A number of low-level maintenance functions are available by dialing the SMG
analog modem interface if the SMG does not boot up correctly, or otherwise
fails to start up properly.
