Configuring SLIP

There are two recommended steps to follow during SLIP configuration.

Using this two-step approach separates the hardware and machine-dependent configuration requirements from the SLIP software and command syntax problems.

Use ATE or the cu utility to accomplish a successful login at the remote system.
This proves the usability and correctness of the physical link.
It is important to verify the operability of any modems that are involved in a SLIP link, as they are the most frequent cause of problems during the setup phase.
After you establish an error-free login to the remote system, by using ATE or the cu command, you can begin the SLIP configuration.