How do I connect to my Huawei EG 1732USB modem from terminal?

Question

I'm using Ubuntu 12.04 & i'd like to know how can i connect my USB modem through terminal . I mean creating connection and calling it, I want to do from terminal .

Thank you .

Answer 1

You need to tell us what modem it is (brand, model). Anyway Mitch was right on the link, although today, things are a bit easier.

For telling model of modem, on a console:

sudo lsusb

Method 1

1. Take a look at the output of lsusb. You should see your modem assigned to ttyUSB* ports:

   sudo ls /dev/ttyUSB*
   

   ttyUSB0 - Should be the modem
   ttyUSB1 - Should be the USB module

2. Download a dialer

   sudo apt-get install wvdial ppp
   

3. Configure your connection

   gksudo gedit /etc/wvdial.conf
   

   and use something like the following:

   [Dialer hsdpa]
   Phone = *99***1#
   Username = vodafone
   Password = vodafone
   Stupid Mode = 1
   Dial Command = ATDT
   Modem = /dev/ttyUSB0
   Baud = 460800
   Init2 = ATZ
   Init3 = ATQ0 V1 E1 S0=0 &C1 &D2 +FCLASS=0
   ISDN = 0
   Modem Type = Analog Modem
   

   You need to set your Phone number, username and password, these are values given by your operator.

   Also set the connection on Modem (/dev/ttyUSB0)

   The name hsdpa, is generic, you can use whatever name you want.

When dialing your connection, is this name you use.

If using PIN code add this before Init2

    Init1 = AT+CPIN=9999

where 9999 is changed for your PIN-code

1. Start your connection

   sudo wvdial hsdpa
   

hsdpa is the example name i've used, you have to use the one you choosed in wvdial.conf

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Answer 2

you could use sakis3g text mode..