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Time-based Connecting - The connection will only be established in the period from the
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start time to the end time (both are in HH:MM format).
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Note:
Only when you have configured the system time on "System Tools → Time" page, will the
Time-based Connecting function take effect.
Connect Manually - You can click the Connect/Disconnect button to connect/disconnect
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immediately. This mode also supports the Max Idle Time function as Connect on Demand
mode. The Internet connection can be disconnected automatically after a specified inactivity
period and not be re-established until you click Connect button.
Click the Connect button to connect immediately. Click the Disconnect button to disconnect
immediately.
Caution: Sometimes the connection cannot be terminated although you specify a time to Max Idle
Time because some applications are visiting the Internet continually in the background.
If you want to do some advanced configurations, please click the Advanced button, and the page
shown in Figure 4-9 will then appear:
MTU Size - The default MTU size is "1480" bytes, which is usually fine. It is not
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recommended that you change the default MTU Size unless required by your ISP.
Service Name/AC Name - The service name and AC (Access Concentrator) name should
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not be configured unless you are sure it is necessary for your ISP. In most cases, leaving
these fields blank will work.
TL-WR842N 300Mbps Multi-Function Wireless N Router User Guide
Figure 4-9 PPPoE Advanced Settings
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