Linksys X-Series - Manual (Page 187)

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Advanced Configuration Linksys X-Series
Internet Connection Type
Select the type of Internet connection your ISP provides from the drop-down
menu . The available types are:
• Bridged Mode Only
• RFC 2684 Bridged
• RFC 2684 Routed
• IPoA
• RFC 2516 PPPoE
• RFC 2364 PPPoA
Bridged Mode Only
In this mode, only the DSL modem function is available, and all Gateway
features are disabled . If selected, you only need to enter the VC Settings .
RFC 2684 Bridged
If selected, enter the correct data for the IP Settings . Select Obtain an IP
address automatically if your ISP allocates an IP address upon connection .
Otherwise, select Use the following IP address .
RFC 2684 Routed
With this method, you are required to use a permanent IP address to connect
to the Internet .
IPoA
IPoA (IP over ATM) uses a fixed IP address .
RFC 2516 PPPoE
Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) to
establish Internet connections . If you are using PPPoE, your IP address is
provided automatically .
RFC 2364 PPPoA
Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoA (Point-to-Point Protocol over ATM) to establish
Internet connections . If using PPPoA, your IP address is provided automatically .
Network Setup
The Network Setup section configures the IP settings for your local network .
Ethernet mode
If you select Ethernet (router-only) mode, the following fields are available:
Language
Select your language To use a different language, select one from the drop-
down menu . The language of the browser-based utility will change five seconds
after you select another language .
Internet Setup
The Internet Setup section configures the router to your Internet connection .
Most of this information can be obtained through your Internet Service
Provider (ISP) .