Intel 5356EP modem not working

[LNSpring]

Hello all,

I know nothing about linux and have used windows for a few years but I don't really like it. I decided to get a set of 5 CD's for openSUSE 10.2. So far I like what I see and am intrigued by this type of computing. I will still keep windows but I hope to be able to use it less and less as time passes. I have only one problem with my install and that is I can't configure my modem. It is one of those dreaded `Winmodems' and I wish I didn't have it. I have downloaded a driver called `Intel-536ep-4.69-10.src.rpm' and tried to get this to work. The attachment is what happens when I type make 536:

The last line says it all. All of this is meaningless to me. I tried adding `kernel source' files from the CD but this didn't seem to make any difference. Perhaps purchase of a linux compatible serial external modem would be a simple solution to all this. Can anyone recommend one. Also does your ISP make any difference. I am with virgin.net. Any help or advice is appreciated.

LNSpring

[gogalthorp]

Looks like you don't have the gcc compiler installed.

Also be sure that you have the kernel source installed

[LNSpring]

Thanks for the reply gogalthorp. I'll install the gcc compiler and see if that works.

Thanks again

[the bassinvader]

I had your exact problem but with SuSE 10.0, which i struggled with for weeks ( or was it months). I eventually gave up and bought a serial modem and if i were to advise you I would say save your time ( and your sanity ) and do the same.

The link below is to the modem i currently use, which has posed no problems whatsoever .

Computer Parts, PC Components, Desktop Computers, Laptops, Notebooks - Misco.co.uk