Alcatel Carrier Internetworking Solutions 350I Modem User Manual


 
What is a packet
service ?
Three packet services
Multiprotocol
Examples in this User's
Guide
Two access methods
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2.3.2 AST350i Packet Services
Packet services are the core functions of the AST350i. They provide
that frames or packets get forwarded from the LAN side towards
the DSL line and vice versa.
" Transparent Bridging
" Bridged PPPoE
" PPPoAĆtoĆPPTP Relaying.
All examples in this User's Guide are based on the Internet
Protocol (IP) suite.
However, the AST350i DSL modem is a true multiprotocol device:
it can easily handle most other popular protocol suites
This User's Guide presents typical configurations, but as an
experienced user you are free to experiment and to find an
optimal configuration.
" Direct access
Once initial configuration is done, continuous and immediate
access is available via the DSL line.
For direct access use:
D Transparent Bridging
" DialĆin access
In this mode access must be explicitly established, e.g. by
dialing" into a Remote Access Server (RAS).
For dialĆin access use either of:
D Bridged PPPoE
D PPPoAĆtoĆPPTP Relaying.