Using ZModem

This document will describe how to upload and download files using the Zmodem protocol on the Social Science Computing machines (ssc, econ and soc).

To send a file from the Unix machine to your PC via modem, enter this command at the Unix prompt:

sz filename [filename...]

You may enter one or more filenames after the "sz" command (stands for "send with zmodem"). You may use the "*" character to designate multiple filenames (e.g., "sz *.txt" sends all files ending in .txt).

After entering the command, instruct your communication program to receive with the Zmodem protocol. If you are unsure how to do so, check the communication program's documentation.

To receive a file, simply use the "rz" command:

rz

You do not need to enter a filename. After entering the "rz" command, instruct your communication program to send your file or files via zmodem. Again, check your communication program's documentation if you are unsure how to do so.