User manual

FiOS Router User Manual
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General
The top part of the screen displays general communication parameters. We
recommend not changing the default values in this section unless you are
familiar with networking concepts.
Status Displays the status of the connection (“Down,” “Connected,” etc.).
When should this rule occur? Displays when the rule is active. To schedule
rules, see the “Advanced Settings” chapter.
Network Select the type of connection being configured from the drop-down
list (options: Network [Home/Office], Broadband Connection, or DMZ).
Connection Type Displays the type of connection. Since this is a coaxial
connection, “Coax” is displayed.
Physical Address Displays the physical address of the network card used for
the network.
MTU MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) specifies the largest packet size
permitted for Internet transmission. “Automatic” sets the MTU at 1500. Other
choices include “Automatic by DHCP,” which sets the MTU according to the DHCP
connection, and “Manual,” which allows the MTU to be set manually.
Coax Link
Check and configure the coax link connection in this section of the screen.
Auto Detection Select whether you want the FiOS Router to automatically
detect a coaxial link here.
Privacy Toggle “Privacy” by clicking in the “Enabled” check box. If Privacy is
activated, all devices connected via coaxial cable must use the same password.
We recommend leaving the Privacy option deactivated.
Password Enter the Coax Link password here.
CM Ratio Select the CM Ratio from the drop-down menu here.
WAN Coax Connection Speeds
This section displays the FiOS Router’s Tx and Rx speeds (in Mbps).