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L2TP Parameters
Parameter: Enable Tunnel Authentication
Path: Configuration Manager > Protocols > IP > L2TP > Tunnel Authentication
Default: Disable
Options: Enable Disable
Function: Enables or disables the use of tunnel authentication for a slot on the LNS. Tunnel authentication provides a level of network security to protect the corporate network from unauthorized users.
Instructions: Set this parameter to Enable for the LNS to perform tunnel authentication. Otherwise, accept the default, Disable.
MIB Object ID: 1.3.6.1.4.1.18.3.5.23.1.1.2
Parameter: Tunnel Authentication Password
Path: Configuration Manager > Protocols > IP > L2TP > Tunnel Authentication
Default: None
Options: An alphanumeric string, up to a maximum of 40 characters
Function: Identifies the LNS to the LAC if the devices are using tunnel authentication. The LAC and the LNS must share the same password to successfully complete tunnel authentication.
Instructions: Enter a password.
MIB Object ID: 1.3.6.1.4.1.18.3.5.23.1.1.5