ZyXEL X-550 User’s Guide
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PPPoE WAN Mode
Select this option if your ISP requires you to use a PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet)
connection. This method of connection requires you to enter a
Username
and
Password
(provided by
your Internet Service Provider) to gain access to the Internet.
Service Name:
Some ISP's may require that you enter a *Service Name.
Only enter a Service Name if your ISP requires one.
Reconnect Mode:
Typically PPPoE connections are not always on. The Wireless router allows you to set the reconnection
mode. The settings are:
•
Always
on:
A connection to the Internet is always maintained.
•
O
n demand:
A connection to the Internet is made when needed.
•
Manual:
Every time you wish to connect the internet, you MUST enter the configuration menu and
click on the
Connect
button
*
Maximum Idle Time:
Time the device will idle before the PPPoE connection is disconnected.
The Maximum Idle Time value is only used for the "On demand" connection mode
.
