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+# Sagemcom Modem Management Scripts
+
+A small collection of python modem management scripts for various Sagmecom modems
+
+Python 3.9+ required.
+
+## Installation
+
+```bash
+pip install -r requirements.txt
+
+cp config_modem.py.dist config_modem.py
+```
+
+## Configuration
+
+Edit the settings in `config_modem.py`