Erik Grootjans wrote: > Thanks > > But i m only in the first stage --> configuring as root > and at this moment even that does not work. > (as root im owner of the device - so rights must not be a problem, i > guess > > The next step is then to get it working as an user. > > Erik > Dumb question - did you clear out the modem init string and set "Modem has DCD line" to no? You can use the -o option when starting minicom to skip the modem initialization. I normally set up one profile with empty modem strings, and DCD turned off for uses like this. Mikkel P.S. - Please do not top post. -- Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for thou art crunchy and taste good with Ketchup!