Connecting with the TAPI Dialer
To connect to a remote machine (such as a BBS) by dialing it directly, you will need to create a new session for the connection, or use the Quick Connect dialog with he following steps:
1. Specify TAPI as the
connection A data path or circuit between two computers over a phone line, network cable, or other means.
protocol.
2. In the Dial using entry box, specify the modem you will use for dialing the remote machine.
3. If necessary, specify the country and/or area code for the number of the machine you will be dialing.
4. In the Phone number entry box, enter the phone number of the machine you will be dialing. If the remote machine or BBS you are attempting to dial provides you with alternate numbers, you can specify any alternate numbers by clicking on the TAPI/Advanced category in the Session Options dialog.
5. Click on the Connect button and SecureCRT will begin dialing the remote computer.