Re: /dev/ttyS1 root only.....
On Thu, 19 Sep 1996, Ed Down wrote:
> I'm trying to configure my modem and, as recommended in the Serial-HOWTO,
> I've been using kermit to test it out. Problem is that /dev/ttyS1, which
> is the serial port my modem is on, seems to only allow root access. Anyone
> recommend a fix? Also any tips on mgetty setup would be appreciated.
You need to have read/write permission to the device. I did a "chgrp
dialout /dev/ttyS1" (you must do this as root of course). Then "chmod 660
/dev/ttyS1" (don't remember if this was necessary or if the permissions
were already that way). Then add your username to the dialout group in
/etc/group. I think you may need to log back in after you make these
changes. You should then have access to that port.
Gerry
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