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Chapter 15. Network Configuration
Some DSL providers require that the system is configured to obtain an IP address through DHCP with
an Ethernet card. Some DSL providers require you to configure a PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over
Ethernet) connection with an Ethernet card. Ask your DSL provider which method to use.
If you are required to use DHCP, refer to
configure your Ethernet card.
If you are required to use PPPoE, follow these steps:
1. Click the Devices tab.
2. Click the New button.
3. Select xDSL connection from the Device Type list, and click Forward as shown in
"Select Device Type".
Figure 15.8. Select Device Type
4. If your Ethernet card is in the hardware list, select the Ethernet Device from the pulldown menu
from the page shown in
window appears.
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Section 15.2, "Establishing an Ethernet Connection"
Figure 15.9, "xDSL Settings". Otherwise, the Select Ethernet Adapter
to
Figure 15.8,