Ethernet Adapter (NIC)
Any computer using the Modem for Internet access, must have an Ethernet NIC (Network Interface Card) installed or a working Ethernet port. Most recently produced notebook computers are equipped with an Ethernet port. The system must have TCP/IP Protocol installed and enabled. If you have an Ethernet port installed, you probably already have TCP/IP enabled.
The Modem is equipped with a DHCP server to automatically assign an IP address to computer using it. The computer must first be configured to receive this IP address from the Modem. Instruction for configuring Windows operating systems to become a “DHCP client” is provided in the section titled First Time Set Up.
If you are using the Modem as a simple bridge (RFC 1483), additional software may be needed for the computer or server connected to the Modem (on the LAN side). Your ADSL service provider or ISP will give you more information.
Connection Type
There are different methods available to make the connection from your computer (through the Modem) to the Internet (through your ADSL service). In order to properly configure the Modem, it is necessary to know what connection type is used to provide your ADSL connection.
The Modem supports the following connection types:
♦PPP over ATM (RFC 2364) used by default
♦PPP over Ethernet (RFC 2516)
♦IP over ATM (RFC 1577)
♦Ethernet over ATM (RFC 1483)
Account Information (User Name and Password)
A User Name and Password used to identify your account on the service provider’s network. For PPPoE and PPPoA connections, the account information is stored in the Modem’s memory. If your connection uses Ethernet over ATM (RFC 1483) it is likely that you will also need a user name and password. For RFC 1483 connections however, the account information is actually stored on your computer along with connection software you must install on your system.
ACCOUNT INFORMATION
User Name:
Password:
Bridged Ethernet Connections (RFC 1483)
All connections to the Internet require a unique global IP address. For bridged connections, the global IP settings must reside in your computer. Your ADSL service provider or ISP may have given you a CD with software that you must install on computer. Ask you service provider for more information.
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