Chapter 7 WAN
Table 38 Network > WAN > Internet Connection: Ethernet Encapsulation (continued)
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First DNS Server | Select From ISP if your ISP dynamically assigns DNS server information (and the NBG- | |
Second DNS | 418N’s WAN IP address). The field to the right displays the | |
address that the ISP assigns. | ||
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WAN MAC Address | The MAC address section allows users to configure the WAN port's MAC address by either | |
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Factory default | Select Factory default to use the factory assigned default MAC Address. | |
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Clone the | Select this option to clone the MAC address of the computer (displaying in the screen) | |
computer's MAC | from which you are configuring the | |
address - MAC | address will be copied to the rom file. It will not change unless you change the setting or | |
Address | upload a different ROM file. | |
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Set WAN MAC | Select this option and enter the MAC address you want to use. | |
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Apply | Click Apply to save your changes back to the | |
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Reset | Click Reset to begin configuring this screen afresh. | |
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7.3.2 PPPoE Encapsulation
The
For the service provider, PPPoE offers an access and authentication method that works with existing access control systems (for example Radius).
One of the benefits of PPPoE is the ability to let you 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 individuals.
Operationally, PPPoE saves significant effort for both you and the ISP or carrier, as it requires no specific configuration of the broadband modem at the customer site.
By implementing PPPoE directly on the
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