DSL-500G ADSL Router User’s Guide
EOA Configuration
EOA is implemented to create a bridged connection between a DSL Router and the ISP. In a bridged connection, data is shared between the ISP’s network and their customer’s as if the networks were on the same physical LAN. Bridged connections do not use the IP protocol. EOA can also be configured to provide a routed connection with the ISP, which uses the IP protocol to exchange data.
This section describes how to configure an
Before creating an EOA interface or modifying the default settings, contact your ISP to determine which type of protocol they use.
IMPORTANT
Your ISP may use a protocol other than EOA for communication with the Router, such as the
To view your current EOA configuration, log into the Configuration Manager, click the EoA button in the Bridging folder, the EOA Configuration page appears:
Figure 15. EOA Configuration
To define EOA settings for a new virtual connection, click the Add button. To modify an existing EOA setting, click the pencil icon (
) for that set. When you choose to add a new set or modify an existing set, a new menu appears (see below). To delete an existing AAL5 setting, click the trashcan (
) for that set.
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