Perle Systems 833IS - Manual (Page 169)

Chapter 8: Configuring the User Database
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The Configure Virtual Connection screen is as follows:
Enable Virtual Connection
When enabled, the 833IS will take down the physical links to the remote router but
maintain the virtual connection at the protocol level (IP or IPX). The remote router
must be setup to support virtual connection. The 833IS will simulate the RIPs,
SAPs, and watchdogs messages when the virtual connection is enabled.
Disconnect If Inactive
This specifies the longest continuous time interval of inactivity (except for RIP, SAP
and IPX Type 20 packet exchange) allowed before the virtual link is brought down.
Connect a minimum of
This specifies the shortest continuous time interval in seconds allowed for a virtual
connection. This setting is useful for setting a time period required to ensure the
exchange of routing information on connection establishment.
Enable Auto Reconnect
When checked, this allows the 833IS to re-establish the virtual connection after a
specified period of time defined by the Reconnect Every field.
Reconnect Every
This field specifies the maximum downtime allowed on a link before the link is re-
established. This option is used to perodically reconnect for exchange of dynamic
routing and other information between peer networks.