D-Link DSL-520B - Connection Type Options

29D-Link DSL-520B ADSL2+ Modem User Manual
Section 9 - Advanced Setup
Connection Type
This screen shows the types of network protocols and encapsulation modes that can be congured.
ConnectionType:SelecttheconnectiontypethatyourISPhasinstructedtouse.
•PPPoverATM(PPPoA)
•PPPoverEthernet(PPPoE)
•MACEncapsulationRouting(MER)/DHCP
•IPoverATM(IPoA)
•Bridging
PPPoE, MER (also referred to as DHCP) and
Bridging are the most common connection types
in North America. To set up a PPPoE, MER or
Bridgingconnection, follow the instructions on
the following pages of this user manual. PPPoA
and IPoA are more widely utilized in other regions.
Setup for PPPoA and IPoA are similar to PPPoE and
MER,respectively.
Encapsulation Mode: Use the default setting
unless otherwise instructed by your ISP.
Note: These settings are ISP dependant. For
information regarding proper conguration, contact
your ISP.