# \#new-users

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## [Problem registering Second Node](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/problem-registering-second-node/25011)

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**Author:** [@KF8EBV](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/KF8EBV)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 2:31am UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/problem-registering-second-node/25011 "2026-09-22T02:31:27Z")

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I have two servers with a node on each one. The first one is a clearnode that works fine. I am trying to add a second radioless node with a Pi5 and and UCI150. I have verified the UCI150 works on QSO One and another W…

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## [Help - Are the ASL3 Courtesy Tones or RC210?](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/help-are-the-asl3-courtesy-tones-or-rc210/24997)

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**Author:** [@K0EG](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/K0EG)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 8:16pm UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/help-are-the-asl3-courtesy-tones-or-rc210/24997 "2026-09-21T20:16:41Z")

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I'm trying to figure out where these tones are coming from. I'm trying to do this so I can set a different custom courtesy tone, but I can't seem to get rid of them so only my custom courtesy tone plays. I'm just gettin…

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## [Connect AllStarLink on Linux to Baofeng UV-17RPlus](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/connect-allstarlink-on-linux-to-baofeng-uv-17rplus/24905)

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**Author:** [@KO6MPC](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/KO6MPC)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 16, 2026, 7:50pm UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/connect-allstarlink-on-linux-to-baofeng-uv-17rplus/24905 "2026-09-16T19:50:03Z")

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Hi All, I had an old Windows 10 PC that I have repurposed as AllStarLink Node. I have installed Debian 13 on the laptop and successfully configured my node. I am able to connect to any node on the system. My issue is w…

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## [Help: Getting PTT to tx with Digirig and ASL](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/help-getting-ptt-to-tx-with-digirig-and-asl/20145)

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**Author:** [@VA3NLM](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/VA3NLM)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [September 16, 2026, 3:21pm UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/help-getting-ptt-to-tx-with-digirig-and-asl/20145 "2026-09-16T15:21:05Z")

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As the title suggests, i am trying to get ASL up and running on a dedicated machine, but i cannot get simpleusb to tx. I saw an earlier post saying this was technically possible so i went for it. Digirig runs on RTS for …

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## [Changing WiFi on Allstar Node (RasPI)](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/changing-wifi-on-allstar-node-raspi/24986)

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**Author:** [@M7MFI](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/M7MFI)\
**Replies:** 25\
**Last updated:** [September 15, 2026, 7:28pm UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/changing-wifi-on-allstar-node-raspi/24986 "2026-09-15T19:28:11Z")

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My node won’t connect to the WiFi so I can’t connect to update. How can I change this as I don’t have a Ethernet connection.

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## [Error connecting to other nodes](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/error-connecting-to-other-nodes/24240)

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**Author:** [@WB8CQV](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/WB8CQV)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [September 10, 2026, 11:50pm UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/error-connecting-to-other-nodes/24240 "2026-09-10T23:50:58Z")

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Folks I get this error with I try to connect my Node 68192 to my friends nod 518582 Connected to Asterisk 22.7.0+asl3-3.7.1-1.deb13 currently running on WB8CQV-PI (pid = 66447) WB8CQV-PI\*CLI\> rpt fun 68192 \*3518582 \[2…

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## [Help - my AllStar Link node may be setup as a repeater](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/help-my-allstar-link-node-may-be-setup-as-a-repeater/24936)

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**Author:** [@AE4FG](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/AE4FG)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [August 23, 2026, 11:41am UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/help-my-allstar-link-node-may-be-setup-as-a-repeater/24936 "2026-08-23T11:41:57Z")

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I installed ASL and when I try to check the audio on 55553 I get a service of beeps. I worry that my node may be setup as a repeater. I've checked /etc/asterisk/rpt.conf and made sure all instances of duplex were set t…

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## [Learn to build Allstar/Echolink Node w/Pi 02W and Shari PiHat](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/learn-to-build-allstar-echolink-node-w-pi-02w-and-shari-pihat/24940)

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**Author:** [@K6ELM](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/K6ELM)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 23, 2026, 6:10am UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/learn-to-build-allstar-echolink-node-w-pi-02w-and-shari-pihat/24940 "2026-08-23T06:10:07Z")

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I'm a complete beginner, never owned a Pi, have programming experience, own a scanner and ham radio, I'm happy to assemble and program the components, I'm wondering if there is a complete step by step guide to doing this…

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## [New user set up for WT mode only](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/new-user-set-up-for-wt-mode-only/24929)

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**Author:** [@G3UEG](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/G3UEG)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 19, 2026, 5:38pm UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/new-user-set-up-for-wt-mode-only/24929 "2026-08-19T17:38:35Z")

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I am an HF bands guy who has not used a repeater on vhf/uhf for over 40 years. My local club is moving its net to a UHF repeater and I have been told I can join in by using ASL and QSO1. I have registered and have my c…

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## [How long does it take to be approved?](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/how-long-does-it-take-to-be-approved/24897)

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**Author:** [@collinsexton](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/collinsexton)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2026, 10:52pm UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/how-long-does-it-take-to-be-approved/24897 "2026-08-08T22:52:15Z")

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I created my account and submitted my license and activated my email, and just want to make sure I didn’t miss anything. At this point is it just waiting until the account is approved, and if so, how long does that gener…

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## [I think I'm gong to give up on this](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/i-think-im-gong-to-give-up-on-this/24808)

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**Author:** [@gil](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/gil)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 1, 2026, 1:12pm UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/i-think-im-gong-to-give-up-on-this/24808 "2026-08-01T13:12:22Z")

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I can usually figure out how to do what I want to do. This ASL3 with all the old misinformation (Youtube) and a manual that seems to jump around to other links has me baffled. I think I have the node configured okay for …

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## [Motorola xtl 2500 duplex with RB-USB RIM "Lite"](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/motorola-xtl-2500-duplex-with-rb-usb-rim-lite/24797)

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**Author:** [@ke9fui](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/ke9fui)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 29, 2026, 9:34pm UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/motorola-xtl-2500-duplex-with-rb-usb-rim-lite/24797 "2026-07-29T21:34:28Z")

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looking for help setting up a duplex link using 2 motorola xtl 2500's and a RB-USB RIM "Lite" I have knowledge on programming the radios for normal use. Having problems maybe setting up allmon3 as well as programming the…

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## [RTCM RX Audio input on pin #3, what mvolt level is expected? I'm using \>300 P-to-P but I can't get it to register audio level](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/rtcm-rx-audio-input-on-pin-3-what-mvolt-level-is-expected-im-using-300-p-to-p-but-i-cant-get-it-to-register-audio-level/24740)

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**Author:** [@KW1C](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/KW1C)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [July 15, 2026, 5:45pm UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/rtcm-rx-audio-input-on-pin-3-what-mvolt-level-is-expected-im-using-300-p-to-p-but-i-cant-get-it-to-register-audio-level/24740 "2026-07-15T17:45:18Z")

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Setup Information I've been trying to follow the setup instruction for Squelch setting, SW2 down, green lights etc. I can only get the green light to flash slowly even through I have bird clip #1 installed (booster) S…

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## [Newbe allstar link Aursinc Shari pi hat install](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/newbe-allstar-link-aursinc-shari-pi-hat-install/24712)

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**Author:** [@ldanna1945](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/ldanna1945)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [July 1, 2026, 4:39pm UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/newbe-allstar-link-aursinc-shari-pi-hat-install/24712 "2026-07-01T16:39:36Z")

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Hi Group, I am new to allstar link. Just got an Aursinc Shari PiHat. Created the SD image for my Pi 3. did the configurations. my node appears in the active node list but seems to not be working with my radio. I loo…

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## [Duhhh - what im I doing wrong, cant get to ssh/login with released trixie build](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/duhhh-what-im-i-doing-wrong-cant-get-to-ssh-login-with-released-trixie-build/24668)

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**Author:** [@bobzv](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/bobzv)\
**Replies:** 27\
**Last updated:** [June 10, 2026, 11:10am UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/duhhh-what-im-i-doing-wrong-cant-get-to-ssh-login-with-released-trixie-build/24668 "2026-06-10T11:10:03Z")

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rpi 5, imager v2.0.7, latest asl release from april. headless, no monitor. options in imager as per install instructions, ssh enabled/password, acct pi created with password. done this many times before but not in …

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## [Cannot connect to my new node with Repeaterphone](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/cannot-connect-to-my-new-node-with-repeaterphone/24524)

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**Author:** [@KD3CYC](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/KD3CYC)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2026, 2:23pm UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/cannot-connect-to-my-new-node-with-repeaterphone/24524 "2026-06-06T14:23:36Z")

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I cannot connect to my new now with Repeaterphone any advice or help would be welcome. My node shows up in the the allstar link registery. It dials and then times out. Allow WebTransceiver/RepeaterPhone/DVSwitch access…

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## [Multi-node ASL3 server](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/multi-node-asl3-server/24404)

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**Author:** [@KB3CS](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/KB3CS)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [May 30, 2026, 1:58pm UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/multi-node-asl3-server/24404 "2026-05-30T13:58:29Z")

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i have successfully taken my ASL3 server from one node to a multi-node config via NNX. making connections between the nodes on the server did not have results i expected, so i am asking for some help in understanding ho…

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## [Is there a glossary of terms anywhere?](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/is-there-a-glossary-of-terms-anywhere/24608)

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**Author:** [@M5KVK](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/M5KVK)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2026, 1:59pm UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/is-there-a-glossary-of-terms-anywhere/24608 "2026-05-23T13:59:27Z")

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Is there a glossary of ASL3 terms anywhere? I'm newbie trying to set up a node with a FT-8900 and a G1LRO URI so I can access my local (no-allstarlink) repeater GB3OV when I'm away. I'm struggling with the setup for sim…

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## [NODE not activated](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/node-not-activated/24607)

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**Author:** [@WN1R](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/WN1R)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [May 21, 2026, 7:31pm UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/node-not-activated/24607 "2026-05-21T19:31:11Z")

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Setup Information Use sudo asl-show-version to obtain this information from the console or SSH Asterisk Version: 22..x.y+asl3-3.n.m ASL3 Version: 3.x.y Inquiry See https://allstarlink.github.io/user-guide/troubleshoot…

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## [Saytime not announcing weather](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/saytime-not-announcing-weather/24551)

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**Author:** [@KJ5NWU](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/KJ5NWU)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [May 10, 2026, 7:11pm UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/saytime-not-announcing-weather/24551 "2026-05-10T19:11:36Z")

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I have run the script to have saytime.pl announce the time and weather on the hour. I get the time announcement, but not the weather. I can test run it from terminal using "sudo perl /usr/local/sbin/saytime.pl " a…

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## [Help with donating to this site](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/help-with-donating-to-this-site/24535)

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**Author:** [@John\_NM3P](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/John_NM3P)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [May 4, 2026, 10:06pm UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/help-with-donating-to-this-site/24535 "2026-05-04T22:06:12Z")

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I would really like to donate to this site to help support your efforts, but I can't get a login. I attempted to register on 4/22. I never received the email to verify my email. I have checked spam and junk, etc. Odd…

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## [Node Number Assignment](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/node-number-assignment/24575)

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**Author:** [@WB7SWW](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/WB7SWW)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 4, 2026, 7:05pm UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/node-number-assignment/24575 "2026-05-04T19:05:59Z")

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Setup Information I havent received my Node Number Yet?\\ Use sudo asl-show-version to obtainI hav See https://allstarlink.github.io/user-guide/troubleshooting/ on how to ask a good question to obtain the quickest and b…

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## [I have started an open beta for QSO One!](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/i-have-started-an-open-beta-for-qso-one/24567)

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**Author:** [@KD8JKK](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/KD8JKK)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 3, 2026, 8:18pm UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/i-have-started-an-open-beta-for-qso-one/24567 "2026-05-03T20:18:55Z")

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A few days ago I posted here looking for beta testers for a new cross platform app I'm developing that replaces the need for building a physical node. It's called QSO One. The beta program is now open to anyone who want…

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## [Can't connect to MY echolink node](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/cant-connect-to-my-echolink-node/24498)

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**Author:** [@Jim\_Mc](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/Jim_Mc)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 3, 2026, 5:16pm UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/cant-connect-to-my-echolink-node/24498 "2026-05-03T17:16:10Z")

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I am having an issue connecting to my Echolink node. For some reason I can connect to all other nodes in Echolink but my own. Ports are all good the node is online but it just will not connect. Has anyone else had this p…

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## [Locked out? Cannot login to admin portal](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/locked-out-cannot-login-to-admin-portal/24538)

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**Author:** [@ke6onv](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/ke6onv)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2026, 2:16am UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/locked-out-cannot-login-to-admin-portal/24538 "2026-05-01T02:16:05Z")

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Have logged in before but needed to reimage. Cannot login now. Same login credentials See https://allstarlink.github.io/user-guide/troubleshooting/ on how to ask a good question to obtain the quickest and best assistanc…

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## [ASL3 Software Update 2026-04-09](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/asl3-software-update-2026-04-09/24469)

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**Author:** [@KB3CS](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/KB3CS)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [April 23, 2026, 6:15am UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/asl3-software-update-2026-04-09/24469 "2026-04-23T06:15:59Z")

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Update initiated from Cockpit. Host performed update, rebooted, and successfully returned to operation all on its own. :partying\_face: observations (not criticism!): :clap: watching the update log in progress there …

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## [URI125 and Yaesu FT7900](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/uri125-and-yaesu-ft7900/24481)

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**Author:** [@Crosswire](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/Crosswire)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2026, 2:45am UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/uri125-and-yaesu-ft7900/24481 "2026-04-14T02:45:12Z")

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Setup Information Can anyone help me with this? I have a mini 6 pin data cable from a URI125 to a Yaesu FT7900 im at the stage where it doesnt TX on the rig. It does on the URI. The DIP in the URI is set to COS. Any hel…

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## [Node is ONLINE but is not reporting statistical data](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/node-is-online-but-is-not-reporting-statistical-data/24472)

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**Author:** [@raymundbguinabo](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/raymundbguinabo)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [April 12, 2026, 1:56am UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/node-is-online-but-is-not-reporting-statistical-data/24472 "2026-04-12T01:56:51Z")

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I’m using a AllStarLink Node using Linode Cloud Server, Debian 12 OS and Allmon3. It shows currently registered in my Node Settings but my Node i.e 644081 is online but is not reporting statistical data. I understand th…

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## [Problems turning up new node](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/problems-turning-up-new-node/24443)

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**Author:** [@VE3CIJ](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/VE3CIJ)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [April 6, 2026, 4:13pm UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/problems-turning-up-new-node/24443 "2026-04-06T16:13:51Z")

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Greeting Allstar Community I am attempting to get a brand new now # 65369 up and running. I suspect there is more than one problem but the first I’d like to address is the inability to ping allstarlink.org. I can ping o…

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## [Setting up a new node with old equipment](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/setting-up-a-new-node-with-old-equipment/24451)

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**Author:** [@W0PCD](https://community.allstarlink.org/u/W0PCD)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 6, 2026, 11:13am UTC](https://community.allstarlink.org/t/setting-up-a-new-node-with-old-equipment/24451 "2026-04-06T11:13:13Z")

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Setup Information \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* AllStarLink \[ASL\] Version Info \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* OS : Debian GNU/Linux 13 (trixie) OS Kernel : 6.12.75+rpt-rpi-v8 Asterisk : 22.7.0+asl3-3.7.1-1.deb13 ASL \[app\_rpt\] : 3.7.1 I…

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