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Static WAN Mode
Used when your ISP provides you a set IP address that does not change. The IP information is
manually entered in your IP configuration settings. You must enter the
IP address
,
Subnet
Mask
,
Gateway
,
Primary DNS Server
, and
Secondary DNS Server
. Your ISP provides you
with all of this information.
DHCP WAN Mode
A method of connection where the ISP assigns your IP address when your router requests one
from the ISP's server. Some ISP's require you to make some settings on your side before your
router can connect to the Internet.
Host Name:
Some ISP's may check your computer's Host Name. The Host Name identifies
your system to the ISP's server. This way they know your computer is eligible to receive an IP
address. In other words, they know that you are paying for their service.
Enable BigPond:
Check this option to connect to the internet through Telstra BigPond Cable
Broadband in Australia. Telstra BigPond provides the values for
BigPond Server
,
BigPond
User Id
, and
BigPond Password
.
PPPoE
Select this option if your ISP requires you to use a PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over
Ethernet) connection. DSL providers typically use this option. This method of connection
requires you to enter a
Username
and
Password
(provided by your Internet Service Provider)
to gain access to the Internet.
Service Name:
Some ISP's may require that you enter a Service Name. Only enter a Service
Name if your ISP requires one.
Reconnect Mode:
Typically PPPoE connections are not always on. The Wireless router allows
you to set the reconnection mode. The settings are:
•
Always on:
A connection to the Internet is always maintained.
•
On demand:
A connection to the Internet is made as needed.
•
Manual:
You have to open up the Web-based management interface and click the
Connect button manually any time that you wish to connect to the Internet.
Maximum Idle Time:
Time interval the machine can be idle before the PPPoE connection is
disconnected. The Maximum Idle Time value is only used for the "On demand" connection
mode.
PPTP
PPTP (Point to Point Tunneling Protocol) uses a virtual private network to connect to your ISP.
This method of connection is primarily used in Europe. This method of connection requires you
to enter a
Username
and
Password
(provided by your Internet Service Provider) to gain
access to the Internet. The ISP provides the values for
PPTP IP Address
,
PPTP Subnet
Mask
,
PPTP Gateway IP Address
, and
PPTP Server IP Address
(may be the same as the
gateway).
Reconnect Mode:
Typically PPTP connections are not always on. The Wireless router allows
you to set the reconnection mode. The settings are:
