Netcom NB5 - Manual (Page 46)

Advanced
NetComm NB5 Ethernet/USB Modem Router YML717 Rev1
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Bridged Connection Setup
A Bridged connection basically disables the routing, firewall and NAT features of the NB5. In a
Bridged connection, the NB5 acts as a modem or hub, and just transmits packets between the WAN
interface and the LAN interface. A Bridged connection assumes that another device is providing the
routing functionality that is now disabled in the NB5.
To setup a Bridged Connection, select WAN Setup >New Connection. From Type: select Bridge.
This will reveal the Bridged Connection Setup Screen.
Enter the Bridge connection name: the name must be unique, must not contain spaces and must not
begin with a number [e.g. Bridge_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 encapsulation type (LLC or VC); if in doubt leave as default.
Select the VPI and VCI settings; 8/35 is Australian default [recommended].