Netcom NB5 - Manual (Page 40)

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NetComm NB5 Ethernet/USB Modem Router YML717 Rev1
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PPPoA Connection Setup
Point-to-Point Protocol [=PPP] is a method of establishing a network connection between network
hosts. PPPoA, also known as RFC 2346, adapts PPP to work over ATM cells for ADSL connections.
Among other things, PPPoE provides a mechanism for authenticating users by providing User Name
and Password fields. Many ISPs support PPPoA connection types.
To setup PPPoA, select WAN Setup >New Connection. From Type: select PPPoA. This will reveal
the PPPoA Connection Setup screen.
Enter the PPPoA connection name: the name must be unique, must not contain spaces and must not
begin with a number [e.g. PPPoA_1].
NAT Option: Network Address Translation is on by default [recommended].
Firewall [SPI]: Firewall is on by default [recommended].
Allow Incoming Ping: Unchecked by default [recommended]. Check only if this function is required
for testing purposes.
Select the Quality of Service [QoS] type; if in doubt leave as default.