Internet Settings
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PPPoE
Enable the wireless AP/Router IP address to be assigned automatically from an 
Internet service provider (ISP) through an ADSL modem using Point-to-Point 
Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE). 
Figure 5-6. 
WAN Setting - PPPoE
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PPPoE Username
– Sets the PPPoE user name for the WAN port. 
(Default: pppoe_user; Range: 1~32 characters)
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PPPoE Password
– Sets a PPPoE password for the WAN port. 
(Default: pppoe_password; Range: 1~32 characters)
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Verify Password
– Prompts you to re-enter your chosen password.
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Operation Mode
– Selects the operation mode as Keep Alive, On Demand or 
Manual. (Default: Keep Alive)
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Keep Alive Mode
: The wireless AP/Router will periodically check your Internet 
connection and automatically re-establish your connection when disconnected. 
(Default: 60 seconds)
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On Demand Mode
: The maximum length of inactive time the unit will stay 
connected to the DSL service provider before disconnecting. This feature only 
works when Connect Type is set to “Auto-Connect.” (Default: 5 minutes)
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MAC Clone Mode
– Some ISPs limit Internet connections to a specified MAC 
address of one PC. This setting allows you to manually change the MAC address 
of the wireless AP/Router's WAN interface to match the PC's MAC address 
provided to your ISP for registration. You can enter the registered MAC address 
manually by typing it in the boxes provided. Otherwise, connect only the PC with 
the registered MAC address to the wireless AP/Router, then click the “Fill My MAC” 
(Default: Disable)