Operation and Status
Connection Status - PPPoE & PPPoA
If using PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet) or PPPoA (PPP over ATM), a screen like the following
example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked.
Figure 27: PPPoE Status Screen
Data - PPPoE/PPPoA Screen
Connection Time
This indicates how long the current connection has been
established.
Connection to Server
This indicates whether or not the connection is currently
established.
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If the connection does not exist, the "Connect" button can be
used to establish a connection.
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If the connection currently exists, the "Disconnect" button
can be used to break the connection.
Negotiation
This will show the Negotiation status of the connection.
Authentication
This will show the Authentication status of the connection.
IP Address
The IP Address of this device, as seen by Internet users. This
address is allocated by your ISP (Internet Service Provider).
Network Mask
The Network Mask associated with the IP Address above.
Buttons
Connect
If not connected, establish a connection to your ISP.
Disconnect
If connected to your ISP, hang up the connection.
Close
Close this window.
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