[Soekris] Can't access serial console, but boots OK

[Jan Ceuleers]

Saúl Ibarra wrote:
> I've tested the null modem cable, by doing a 
> loopback test and it's working . I put a m0n0wall image to a 1GB CF and 
> the unit boots, I'm able to access m0n0wall GUI at 192.168.1.1 
> <http://192.168.1.1>. But I can't access serial console in order to 
> configure comBIOS.
> 
> I've tested every speed in Hyperterminal with 8-N-1 and no flow control, 
> but I get nothing. Is my board faulty? Is there anything I can try? Or 
> another way to update comBIOS? Thanks in advance...

Saúl,

There is no other way to update the BIOS. But first of all, are you sure 
that you have the right kind of cable (that is: cross-over rather than 
straight-through)? See section 3.2.1 at 
http://doc.m0n0.ch/quickstartsoekris/

Cheers, Jan