Before we can do anything with HyperBBS itself, we must set up the hardware, and make sure that it's working properly. I suggest following this check-list:
1. Set up the Macintosh and disk.
2. Verify that you can run HyperCard.
3. Hook up the modem to the Mac and to
the phone line.
4. Verify that it works: call another
BBS using a terminal program.
By making sure that the hardware works first, you'll make life a lot simpler if you run into problems with the set-up process later; you won't have to wonder which step screwed up.