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Checking the modem status

Checking the modem status

You can use the CLI to troubleshoot a modem that is not working properly, or troubleshoot a FortiGate that does not detect the modem.

To diagnose modem issues in the CLI:

diagnose sys modem {cmd | com | detect | history | external-modem | query| reset}

You should always run the following command after you connect a USB modem to FortiGate:

diagnose sys modem detect

Use the following command to view the modem's configuration, vendor and custom product identification number:

get system modem

Use the following commands to resolve connectivity issues:

  • diagnose debug enable: Activates the debug on the console
  • diagnose debug application modemd: Dumps communication between the modem and the unit.
  • diagnose debug application ppp: Dumps the PPP negotiating messages.
  • execute modem dial: Displays modem debug output.

The modem diagnose output should not contain errors when initializing. You should also verify the number used to dial into your ISP.

Checking the modem status

You can use the CLI to troubleshoot a modem that is not working properly, or troubleshoot a FortiGate that does not detect the modem.

To diagnose modem issues in the CLI:

diagnose sys modem {cmd | com | detect | history | external-modem | query| reset}

You should always run the following command after you connect a USB modem to FortiGate:

diagnose sys modem detect

Use the following command to view the modem's configuration, vendor and custom product identification number:

get system modem

Use the following commands to resolve connectivity issues:

  • diagnose debug enable: Activates the debug on the console
  • diagnose debug application modemd: Dumps communication between the modem and the unit.
  • diagnose debug application ppp: Dumps the PPP negotiating messages.
  • execute modem dial: Displays modem debug output.

The modem diagnose output should not contain errors when initializing. You should also verify the number used to dial into your ISP.