Re: Debian box and leased line with Frame Relay protocol
On Tue, 27 May 1997, Jerzy Kakol wrote:
> I want to set up a Debian box as a server in certain firm which will be
> connected to WAN through leased line working on Frame Relay protocol. On
> the operator side there will be a V.35 modem. My question is: what
> (device) do I need on my side, where the modem is to be connected to? I'm
> looking for the cheapest solution, the best possibility would be a such
> one that allows to avoid purchasing of an expensive router still being
> able to manage the whole stuff from Debian Linux machine.
I think someone makes a V.35 card for Linux that has a module. I have no
idea who it was, however.
I wonder why you balk at the idea of a router, however. What's the CIR of
your frame connection? If it's 56k, you could get a Microrouter 900i from
Compatible Systems for pretty cheap (like $500 or $600 US), or if you are
going for 256k or 768k on your CIR, you should look at a Cisco 2501. They
can be found used for around $1200 US. You can't just hook up your CSU to
any old serial port, since it's XXXk *synchronous*, not the async serial
ports that are on your PC.
If you really feel dangerous, get a FRAD. I hate 'em, but others love
them.
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