Perle 833IS User Guide 89
Chapter 7: Configuring the Protocols

About Configuring the Protocols

In this chapter you will read about:
■Overview of Protocol Configuration
■Configuring IP
■Configuring IPX
■Packet Filtering
■Configuring the Bridge Function (BCP)
■Configuring PPP
■Using Apple Remote Access (ARA)
■Using NetBEUI
Overview
The Perle 833IS supports a variety of different communication protocols. The
protocols are used on the communication line to transport data between different
devices. Protocols in the 833IS are used for the following functions:
Networking
Protocols are used between the Dial-In client and service that the Dial-In client is
accessing. Some examples of Networking protocols are:
■IP
■IPX
■NetBEUI
■AppleTalk (ARA)
■BCP
The 833IS supports IP, IPX, NetBEUI, ARA and BCP as routed protocols. Other
protocols are handled by bridging. See “Client Handling” on page64 for details.
WAN Transport
Protocols are used to transport data across the dial in connection between the client
PC and the 833IS or between the 833IS and a router on another LAN. These