PC-DC server on Vista/Win7/XP etc. (Sort of)

[brourke228]

Sylverant works great. You can check whos online here: http://sylverant.net/ Heres the connect guide for pso: http://dreamcast-talk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=274

[NunchuckChaz]

Sorry for the late reply, I've been busy with work and training.

Using Ubuntu 10.04 isn't any easier. Before restoring my laptop, it didn't even detect my modem.

My modem is an internal 'HDAUDIO Soft Data Fax Modem with SmartCP', manufactured by CXT (Conexant, I'm presuming).

The messages and commands inputted into the terminals:

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chaz@ubuntu:~$ sudo mgetty -D /dev/ttyS1 '"" AT'

I tried taking out the '-m' to see if it made a change, but it makes no difference.

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chaz@ubuntu:~$ sudo killall -USR1 mgetty

Interface Log

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chaz@ubuntu:~$ tail -f/var/log/mgetty/mg_ttyS1.log
tail: invalid option -- '/'
Try `tail --help' for more information.
chaz@ubuntu:~$ tail -f /var/log/mgetty/mg_ttyS1.log
02/25 17:24:32 yS1  WARNING: parent process not init(pid=1), but pid=20625 (bash)
02/25 17:24:32 yS1  check for lockfiles
02/25 17:24:32 yS1  locking the line
02/25 17:24:32 yS1  WARNING: DSR is off - modem turned off or bad cable?
02/25 17:24:32 yS1  lowering DTR to reset Modem
02/25 17:24:33 yS1  send: \dATQ0V1H0[0d]
02/25 17:24:33 yS1  waiting for ``OK'' ** found **
02/25 17:24:33 yS1  send: AT[0d]
02/25 17:24:33 yS1  waiting for ``OK'' ** found **
02/25 17:24:34 yS1  waiting...
02/25 17:27:03 yS1  wfr: waiting for ``RING''
02/25 17:27:03 yS1  cannot set controlling tty (ioctl): Operation not permitted
02/25 17:27:03 yS1  >>> this might be caused because you have run mgetty/vgetty
02/25 17:27:03 yS1  >>> from the command line.  Don't do that, use /etc/inittab!
02/25 17:27:03 yS1  send: ATA[0d]
02/25 17:27:03 yS1  waiting for ``CONNECT''
02/25 17:28:23 yS1  timeout in chat script, waiting for `CONNECT'
02/25 17:28:23 ##### failed timeout dev=ttyS1, pid=20840, caller='none', conn='', name=''

Messages Log

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chaz@ubuntu:~$ tail -f /var/log/messages
Feb 25 15:59:49 ubuntu kernel: [  258.926332] VMware memory control driver initialized
Feb 25 15:59:50 ubuntu kernel: [  259.027276] VMware vmxnet virtual NIC driver
Feb 25 15:59:50 ubuntu kernel: [  259.123337] VMCI: Major device number is: 251
Feb 25 15:59:50 ubuntu kernel: [  259.123736] Probing for vmci/PCI.
Feb 25 15:59:50 ubuntu kernel: [  259.124669] vmci 0000:00:07.7: PCI INT A -> GSI 16 (level, low) -> IRQ 16
Feb 25 15:59:50 ubuntu kernel: [  259.125907] Found vmci/PCI at 0x1080, irq 16.
Feb 25 15:59:50 ubuntu kernel: [  259.126232] VMCIUtil: Host capability check: PASSED
Feb 25 15:59:50 ubuntu kernel: [  259.127010] Registered vmci device.
Feb 25 15:59:39 ubuntu kernel: [  264.038483] __ratelimit: 18 callbacks suppressed
Feb 25 15:59:39 ubuntu kernel: [  264.038563] type=1503 audit(1298678379.332:18):  operation="capable" pid=14590 parent=14582 profile="/usr/sbin/cupsd" name="sys_admin"

System Log

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chaz@ubuntu:~$ tail -f /var/log/syslog
Feb 25 17:24:24 ubuntu hp[20824]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:24:24 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:24:54 ubuntu hp[20854]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:24:55 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:25:25 ubuntu hp[20884]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:25:26 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:25:56 ubuntu hp[20914]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:25:57 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:26:27 ubuntu hp[20945]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:26:27 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:26:58 ubuntu hp[20975]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:26:58 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:27:29 ubuntu hp[21005]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:27:29 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:28:00 ubuntu hp[21034]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:28:00 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:28:31 ubuntu hp[21063]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:28:31 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:29:02 ubuntu hp[21092]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:29:02 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:29:33 ubuntu hp[21128]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:29:33 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:30:03 ubuntu hp[21157]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:30:04 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:30:34 ubuntu hp[21187]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:30:35 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:31:05 ubuntu hp[21216]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:31:06 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:31:36 ubuntu hp[21247]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:31:37 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:32:07 ubuntu hp[21276]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:32:08 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:32:38 ubuntu hp[21310]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:32:39 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:33:09 ubuntu hp[21339]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:33:09 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:33:40 ubuntu hp[21368]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:33:40 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:34:11 ubuntu hp[21397]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:34:11 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:34:42 ubuntu hp[21426]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:34:42 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:35:13 ubuntu hp[21455]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:35:13 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:35:44 ubuntu hp[21484]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:35:44 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:36:15 ubuntu hp[21514]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:36:15 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:36:46 ubuntu hp[21543]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:36:46 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:37:17 ubuntu hp[21572]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:37:17 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:37:48 ubuntu hp[21601]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:37:48 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:38:19 ubuntu hp[21630]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:38:19 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:38:50 ubuntu hp[21659]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:38:50 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:39:21 ubuntu hp[21692]: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1
Feb 25 17:39:21 ubuntu python: io/hpmud/pp.c 627: unable to read device-id ret=-1

I'm not too sure how to wire up my Tone Generator thing. The only connector I have is one of my spare ADSL filters. that is, if it's even needed at all. The green light comes up when the 'killall' command is executed, and I've tried using both 'Line 1' and 'Line 2' switches in the device.

Would it just be a case of getting a USB modem, or is there something wrong with my configuration pages? I pretty much kept everything the same, only that my DNS is 192.168.0.1 instead of what the guide had.

[Bob Dobbs]

USB modem - definitely! Make sure it is one that is compatible with Linux. The guide IP is just a reference, so it does not pertain to everyone's home IP address setup.

[brourke228]

I know I said earlier your modem was probably detected, but can you open up gnome-ppp and go to setup>detect just to verify it is working in vmware.

Whats happening in your log is abnormal. The part that says "timeout in chat script, waiting for `CONNECT'" I haven't encountered this before. Its possible it is your modem thats the issue. PC-DC server will only work with voice-compatible modems, I don't know if yours is or not.

[NunchuckChaz]

I know I said earlier your modem was probably detected, but can you open up gnome-ppp and go to setup>detect just to verify it is working in vmware.

Whats happening in your log is abnormal. The part that says "timeout in chat script, waiting for `CONNECT'" I haven't encountered this before. Its possible it is your modem thats the issue. PC-DC server will only work with voice-compatible modems which I probably forgot to mention in the guide, since almost all modems nowadays are voice. I'm gonna update that now.

Yeah, I did that in both versions of Ubuntu I used. Before I restored my Vista laptop my modem wasn't detected. It has been detected now, though.

I assumed my modem would be voice-compatible, as I got this laptop like 3 years ago. If I do get a USB modem, I'll just run VMWare on my Windows 7.

I searched USB modems at www.maplin.co.uk. 3 results came up, and I have no idea if they are voice compatible.

http://www.maplin.co.uk/usb-v92-dial-up-modem-221377
http://www.maplin.co.uk/usb-adsl-modem-222200
http://www.maplin.co.uk/adsl-usb-modem-221060

I tried an eBay search, but the only thing I saw at a glance was a voice modem only for Windows

[brourke228]

Well several people use the zoom 3095. Impulse uses a dell usb conexant modem, forget the name. Remember though as I stated in the guide you need a model A Dreamcast modem for a usb-powered usb modem to work correctly. If you're using a desktop which has a serial port you could also get a serial modem.

[Favrenation]

Well the zoom 3095 modem is weird. you need a line voltage inducer with a model A modem for it to work properly. Kingbuzzo is the one who uses the modem.

ALSO: I was wondering what phone line simulator you were using because if it sends out a dial-tone then that would be an easier way for me to play quake 3.

[Dinnerfortwo]

Somethings wrong at the moment.
Im getting an error message at planetweb that says
"Unable to contact Host. Could not look up its name."
also just a few hours ago I accidently deleted my pso saves

Here's my logs

sudo tail -f /var/log/mgetty/mg_ttyS0.log

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dinner@crunchbang:~$ sudo tail -f /var/log/mgetty/mg_ttyS0.log
[sudo] password for dinner: 
02/26 20:56:51 yS0  mgetty: interim release 1.1.36-Jun15
02/26 20:56:51 yS0  WARNING: parent process not init(pid=1), but pid=1701 (sudo /sbin/mgetty -s 115200 -D /dev/ttyS0)
02/26 20:56:51 yS0  check for lockfiles
02/26 20:56:51 yS0  locking the line
02/26 20:56:52 yS0  lowering DTR to reset Modem
02/26 20:56:52 yS0  send: \dATQ0V1H0[0d]
02/26 20:56:53 yS0  waiting for ``OK'' ** found **
02/26 20:56:53 yS0  send: AT[0d]
02/26 20:56:53 yS0  waiting for ``OK'' ** found **
02/26 20:56:53 yS0  waiting...
02/26 20:58:12 yS0  wfr: waiting for ``RING''
02/26 20:58:12 yS0  send: ATA[0d]
02/26 20:58:12 yS0  waiting for ``CONNECT'' ** found **
02/26 20:58:31 yS0  send: 
02/26 20:58:31 yS0  waiting for ``_'' ** found **
02/26 20:58:32 ##### data dev=ttyS0, pid=1703, caller='none', conn='115200', name='', cmd='/usr/sbin/pppd', user='/AutoPPP/'

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dinner@crunchbang:~$ sudo tail -f /var/log/messages
[sudo] password for dinner: 
Feb 26 20:29:26 crunchbang pppd[1556]: found interface eth0 for proxy arp
Feb 26 20:29:26 crunchbang pppd[1556]: local  IP address 192.168.1.6
Feb 26 20:29:26 crunchbang pppd[1556]: remote IP address 192.168.1.7
Feb 26 20:31:43 crunchbang kernel: [  320.054340] lo: Disabled Privacy Extensions
Feb 26 20:33:23 crunchbang pppd[1556]: Hangup (SIGHUP)
Feb 26 20:33:23 crunchbang pppd[1556]: Modem hangup
Feb 26 20:33:23 crunchbang pppd[1556]: Connect time 4.0 minutes.
Feb 26 20:33:23 crunchbang pppd[1556]: Sent 0 bytes, received 1880 bytes.
Feb 26 20:33:23 crunchbang pppd[1556]: Connection terminated.
Feb 26 20:33:23 crunchbang pppd[1556]: Exit.
Feb 26 20:58:32 crunchbang pppd[1703]: pppd 2.4.5 started by root, uid 0
Feb 26 20:58:33 crunchbang pppd[1703]: Using interface ppp0
Feb 26 20:58:33 crunchbang pppd[1703]: Connect: ppp0 <--> /dev/ttyS0
Feb 26 20:58:36 crunchbang pppd[1703]: user dream logged in on tty ttyS0 intf ppp0
Feb 26 20:58:36 crunchbang pppd[1703]: PAP peer authentication succeeded for dream
Feb 26 20:58:36 crunchbang pppd[1703]: found interface eth0 for proxy arp
Feb 26 20:58:36 crunchbang pppd[1703]: local  IP address 192.168.1.6
Feb 26 20:58:36 crunchbang pppd[1703]: remote IP address 192.168.1.7
Feb 26 20:59:05 crunchbang kernel: [ 1961.773184] lo: Disabled Privacy Extensions

[brourke228]

If you haven't changed anything from before I would just say try restarting ubuntu in vmware.

[Dinnerfortwo]

Im actually using crunchbang and im still having problems and cannot figure it out for the life of me.
Ubuntu hasn't been changed since the time I didn't make the line voltage inducer but its still not working.

It doesn't seem to be like a problem with the OSes trying to talk but maybe my internet connection?