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PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet)
Select the PPPoE option if your ISP has provided you with a Username and Password for
a PPPoE connection. This is typically used for DSL connections. Ensure that you uninstall
any PPPoE software you may have on your computer as the connection will now be
handled by the router and is not needed on the computer.
User Name: Enter your PPPoE User Name
Password: Enter your PPPoE Password and type it again in the Retype Password field
Service Name: Enter a name for the connection, for example, "MyCable Connection"
AC Name: This is used to configure the access concentrator name on the PPPoE
interface. Typically this is the name or MAC address of the router. You may leave this
blank to simply use the name of the router.
Local IP Address: If you have a static IP address issued by your ISP, you can specify that
it be used here. Ensure that you check the box labeled Use the following local IP
address.
DNS Servers: Enter the primary and secondary DNS Servers provided by your ISP.
Ensure that you check the box labeled Use the following DNS server addresses.
MTU: The Maximum Transmission Unit. You may need to modify this according to your ISP. The default setting is 1492.
Maximum Idle Time: Enter the maximum time in minutes that the internet connection should be maintained when there is no network activity. Enter 0 to always keep the
connection active.
Dial-up mode: Use the radio button to select a reconnect mode. You may choose from:
Auto: reconnect when disconnection detected.
Manual: the user must come back to this screen and click
On Demand: the router will detect when a request is made for an internet resource and initiate the connection.
to connect again.
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