Multiplexing; Vpi And Vci; Vc-Based Multiplexing; Wizard Setup Configuration: First Screen - ZyXEL Communications Prestige 662HW Series User Manual

Prestige 662HW Series User's Guide
3.3

Multiplexing

There are two conventions to identify what protocols the virtual circuit (VC) is carrying. Be sure to
use the multiplexing method required by your ISP.

3.3.1 VC-based Multiplexing

In this case, by prior mutual agreement, each protocol is assigned to a specific virtual circuit; for
example, VC1 carries IP, etc. VC-based multiplexing may be dominant in environments where
dynamic creation of large numbers of ATM VCs is fast and economical.
3.3.2 LLC-based Multiplexing
In this case one VC carries multiple protocols with protocol identifying information being contained in
each packet header. Despite the extra bandwidth and processing overhead, this method may be
advantageous if it is not practical to have a separate VC for each carried protocol, for example, if
charging heavily depends on the number of simultaneous VCs.
3.4

VPI and VCI

Be sure to use the correct Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) and Virtual Channel Identifier (VCI) numbers
assigned to you. The valid range for the VPI is 0 to 255 and for the VCI is 32 to 65535 (0 to 31 is
reserved for local management of ATM traffic). Please see the appendix for more information.
3.5

Wizard Setup Configuration: First Screen

In the SITE MAP screen click Wizard Setup to display the first wizard screen.
The following table describes the fields in this screen.
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Figure 3-1 Wizard Screen 1
Wizard Setup