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3.2 Configuring the Bridge Mode
In the bridge mode, the HG520b serves as a bridge. You need to install
the Point to Point Protocol (PPP) dial-up software to realize the dial-up
access to the Internet.
This section describes the process to configure the HG520b to work in
the bridge mode and the process to configure your computer to access
the Internet through the HG520b.
3.2.1 Preparation
Table 3-2 shows the configuration for the bridge mode.
Table 3-2 Configuration for the bridge mode
Name
Configuration
Mode Bridge
VPI/VCI
Provided by the ISP
PPP dial-up software
Install the PPP dial-up software on your
computer to access the Internet (The
Windows XP operating system is provided
with the PPP dial-up software)
Username and password for
the PPPoE dial-up
Provided by the ISP
Note:
VPI =
Virtual Path Identifier
VCI =
Virtual Channel Identifier
3.2.2 Steps
Configure the following equipment:
z
The HG520b
z
Your computer
