Chapter 4 Connection Wizard

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 ZyXEL Device (rather than individual computers), the computers on the LAN do not need PPPoE software installed, since the ZyXEL Device does that part of the task. Furthermore, with NAT, all of the LAN's computers will have Internet access.

Refer to the appendix for more information on PPPoE.

Figure 33 Wizard Step 3: PPPoE Connection

The following table describes the labels in this screen.

Table 13 Wizard Step 3: PPPoE Connection

LABEL

DESCRIPTION

ISP Parameter for Internet Access

 

 

Connection Type

Select the PPP over Ethernet option for a dial-up connection.

 

 

Service Name

Type the name of your service provider.

 

 

User Name

Type the user name given to you by your ISP.

 

 

Password

Type the password associated with the user name above.

 

 

Back

Click Back to return to the previous screen.

 

 

Next

Click Next to continue.

 

 

Exit

Click Exit to close the wizard screen without saving.

 

 

4.4.3 PPTP Connection

Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is a network protocol that enables transfers of data from a remote client to a private server, creating a Virtual Private Network (VPN) using TCP/ IP-based networks.

PPTP supports on-demand, multi-protocol, and virtual private networking over public networks, such as the Internet.

Refer to the appendix for more information on PPTP.

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