Chapter 3 Connection Wizard
The following table describes the labels in this screen,
Table 6 Wizard Step 3: ISP Parameters
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Ethernet | Select the Ethernet option when the WAN port is used as a regular Ethernet. |
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PPPoE | Select the PPP over Ethernet option for a |
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3.4.1 Ethernet Connection
Choose Ethernet when the WAN port is used as a regular Ethernet. Continue to Section 3.4.4 on page 28.
Figure 13 Wizard Step 3: Ethernet Connection
3.4.2 PPPoE Connection
For the service provider, PPPoE offers an access and authentication method that works with existing access control systems (for instance, RADIUS).
One of the benefits of PPPoE is the ability to let end users access one of multiple network services, a function known as dynamic service selection. This enables the service provider to easily create and offer new IP services for specific users.
Operationally, PPPoE saves significant effort for both the subscriber and the ISP/carrier, as it requires no specific configuration of the broadband modem at the subscriber’s site.
By implementing PPPoE directly on the
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