User guide

PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE)
Rev 2.3 Feb.12 181
Connecting to the Internet with PPPoE
Now the PPPoE connection can be run and a data connection can be
established.
a. Connect your computer and the modem to the same local network using
a hub or a switch.
Note: It is not recommended to connect your computer directly to the modem without a
hub or switch.
b. Start the PPPoE by Start > Connect To > Sierra Wireless AirLink Modem
(or whatever you named the connection). It will be listed on your Network
Connections window under the heading Broadband.
Figure B-14: PPPoE Connection
c. Enter the User name and Password you configured for *HOSTUID and
*HOSTPW earlier.
d. Select Connect to connect to the modem and the Internet.
When you’re connected, an icon should appear in the System Tray, near the time
display, showing the connection status.
Note: PPPoE over Windows 7 may not be able to access ACEmanager.
Same *HOSTUID as configured earlier
Same *HOSTPW as configured earlier