commi not writing, only reading on fc3

[Mark Sargent]

Andy Green wrote:

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> Mark Sargent wrote:
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> | PC, FC3, but, when running commi with a Catalyst 2900 series XL switch,
> | it only reads. Can't seem to input at all. Below are the steps.
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> You mean you can't get the switch to accept anything that you type on
> your PC?

correct

>   Can this be handshaking?

no idea...

> Wiring of the TX line from the PC?

how does this effect the serial port/rollover cable connection.?

> Can the switch see any output from any program?

wouldn't know, can't access it to set any parameters etc...

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> echo "hello" >/dev/ttyS0

will try that...ok, nothing for that command

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> for example?
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> Commi works well here, although I have to init my USB <-> serial port
> adapter via minicom first.  Whether that's a problem with the adapter or
> Commi I don't know.

no adapter here...also, I know for sure the switch is fine, as I could 
access it via serial com from work today, b4 bringing it home...weird, 
indeed...cheers.

Mark Sargent.

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