
13. Point to Point Protocol PPP
Note: For instructions on configuring PPP for the XPort Pro, see PPP Configuration on page 61.
The XPort Pro supports two types of PPP authentication: Password Authentication Protocol (PAP) and Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol (CHAP). Both of these authentication methods require the configuration of a username and password. It also supports authentication scheme “None” when no authentication is required during link negotiation.
PAP is an authentication protocol in PPP. It offers a straightforward method for the peer to determine its identity. Upon the link establishment, the user ID and password are repeatedly sent to the authenticator until it is acknowledged or the connection is terminated.
Note: PAP is not a strong authentication process. There is no protection against trial-
CHAP is a more secure method than PAP. It works by sending a challenge message to the connection requestor. Using a
Note: RFC1334 defines both CHAP and PAP.
Use the XPort Pro Web Manager or CLI to configure a network link using PPP over a serial line. Turn off Connect Mode, Accept Mode, and Command mode before enabling PPP.
The XPort Pro acts as the server side of the PPP link; it can require authentication and assign an IP address to the peer. Upon PPP configuration, IP packets are routed between Ethernet and PPP interfaces.
Note: The XPort Pro does not perform network address translation between the
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