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1-2-1 Dynamic IP (Cable Modem)
To connect to a Dynamic IP (Cable Modem) Internet connection with the
Broadband Router, check the cable modem with the related user’s guide.
The Cable modem will automatically configure itself, and the Broadband
Router is configured to automatically assign addresses to each PC.
If required by your ISP, input a host name and MAC address.
1-2-2 Static IP
If your Internet Service Provider (ISP) has assigned you a fixed IP address,
select this option. Enter the assigned IP address, subnet mask, and
gateway IP for your Broadband Router.
1-2-3 PPPoE (Dial-up xDSL)
If your DSL Internet connection is PPPoE (Dial-up xDSL), your ISP will
provide a Password and Username. Select this option, and enter the
required information. If your ISP provides a Service Name, enter it in the
Service Name field. Otherwise, leave it blank.
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The Service Name, IP Address,
and DNS Address fields must be
completed if your ISP provided
you with this information. If your
ISP Provider provides a Dynamic
IP Address, you should skip these
fields.
The MTU feature specifies the
largest packet size permitted for
network transmission. Enter the value desired; for most DSL users, 1492
is recommended. By default, MTU is set at 1492.
The Maximum Idle Time feature can control the connection time if you
want to reduce connection fees charged by your ISP (default time=0,
always connect). Check the Connect-on-demand box to enable your router
to connect your ISP whenever an Internet connection is required.
1-2-4 PPTP
If connecting to the Internet using a PPTP xDSL Modem, enter the PPTP
Account Name, PPTP Password, Host Name, Service IP Address, your IP
Address, and your Subnet Mask as provided by your ISP in the
appropriate fields. If your ISP has provided you with a Connection ID,
enter it in the Connection ID field.
Otherwise, leave it blank.
The MTU feature specifies the largest
packet size permitted for network
transmission. Enter the value desired; for
most DSL users, 1492 is recommended.
By default, MTU is set at 1492.
The Maximum Idle Time feature can
