Chapter 8 WAN
EMG6765-Q10A User’s Guide
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8.4.1.2 PPPoE Encapsulation
The EMG6765-Q10A supports PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet). PPPoE is an IETF standard
(RFC 2516) specifying how a personal computer (PC) interacts with a broadband modem (DSL, cable,
wireless, etc.) connection. The
PPP over Ethernet
option is for a dial-up connection using PPPoE.
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 EMG6765-Q10A (rather than individual computers), the
computers on the LAN do not need PPPoE software installed, since the EEMG6765-Q10A does that part
of the task. Furthermore, with NAT, all of the LANs’ computers will have access.
This screen displays when you select
PPPoE
encapsulation.
IPv6 DNS server
This is not available when you select
IPv4 Only
in the
IPv6/IPv4
field.
Obtain IPv6 DNS
info Automatically
Select this to have the EMG6765-Q10A get the IPv6 DNS server addresses from the ISP
automatically.
Use the following
Static DNS IPv6
Address
Select this to have the EMG6765-Q10A use the IPv6 DNS server addresses you configure
manually.
IPv6 DNS Server
Enter the IPv6 DNS server address assigned by the ISP.
Apply
Click
Apply
to save your changes back to the EMG6765-Q10A.
Cancel
Click
Cancel
to begin configuring this screen afresh.
Table 16 Network > WAN > Internet Connection: IPoE Encapsulation (continued)
LABEL
DESCRIPTION
