User`s guide

Vigor2710 Series User’s Guide
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should be routed. The ATM, is a method of sending data in
small packets of fixed sizes. It is used for transferring data
to client computers.
VCI
Stands for Virtual Channel Identifier. It is a 16-bit field
inside ATM cell’s header that indicates the cell’s next
destination as it travels through the network. A virtual
channel is a logical connection between two end devices on
the network.
Protocol/Encapsulation
Select an IP mode for this WAN interface. There are several
available modes for Internet access such as PPPoE,
PPPoA, Bridged IP and Routed IP.
Fixed IP
Click Yes to specify a fixed IP for the router. Otherwise,
click No (Dynamic IP) to allow the router choosing a
dynamic IP. If you choose No, the following IP Address,
Subnet Mask and Default Gateway will not be changed.
IP Address
Assign an IP address for the protocol that you select.
Subnet Mask
Assign a subnet mask value for the protocol of Routed IP
and Bridged IP.
Default Gateway
Assign an IP address to the gateway for the protocol of
Routed IP and Bridged IP.
Primary DNS
Assign an IP address to the primary DNS.
Second DNS
Assign an IP address to the secondary DNS.
Now, you have to select an appropriate WAN connection type for connecting to the Internet
through this router according to the settings that your ISP provided.