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Chapter 4: Configuring the WAN | April 14, 2006 |
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1Configure the following parameters for each session:
•Session Name
Enter a unique, descriptive identifier for the session. This name can have a maximum of 32 characters.
•Virtual Path ID (VPI)
Enter the value (from 0 to 4,095) provided by the service provider. The number identifies the virtual path that transports ATM cells between the modem and the service provider. This value must match the virtual path identification (VPI) value the service provider uses for this connection.
•Virtual Channel ID (VCI)
Enter the value (from 32 to 65,535) provided by the service provider. The number identifies the virtual channel for this session that transports ATM cells between the modem and the service provider. This value must match the virtual channel identification (VCI) value the service provider uses for this connection.
•ATM QoS
Select the ATM Quality of Service indicated by your service provider. The options are:
–UBR (unspecified bit rate is the default setting)
–CBR (constant bit rate)
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•QoS Peak Cell Rate
Enter the QoS Peak Cell Rate (PCR) value supplied by your service provider. If you are not provided a PCR value, use the default. PCR is the maximum rate at which data is transferred on the line and measured in ATM cells per second. The valid range is
•QoS Sustainable Cell Rate
Enter the QoS Sustainable Cell Rate (SCR) value supplied by your service provider. Use for
•QoS Maximum Burst Size
Enter the QoS Maximum Burst Size (MBS) value supplied by your service provider. Use with
•Encapsulation
Select the encapsulation type as indicated by the service provider. The options are:
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•DHCP Client
Select to enable DHCP client where this session will automatically received an IP address from the service provider via a DHCP server. If you select DHCP Client, leave the next two fields, IP address and Subnet Mask, blank. These fields will automatically receive values.