2. Broadband Type
Specify the WAN connection type required by your Internet Service Provider. Specify a Cable modem, Fixed-IP xDSL, PPPoE xDSL or PPTP xDSL connection.

Cable Modem
A connection through a cable modem requires minimal configuration. When you set up an account with your Cable provider, the Cable provider and your Broadband router will automatically establish a connection, so you probably do not need to enter anything more.

Fixed-IP xDSL
Some xDSL Internet Service Providers may assign a Fixed IP Address for your Broadband router. If you have been provided with this information, choose this option and enter the assigned IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway IP Address and DNS IP Address for your Broadband router.

PPPoE xDSL
If you connect to the Internet using an xDSL Modem and your ISP has provided you with a Password and a Service Name, then your ISP uses PPPoE to establish a connection. You must choose this option and enter the required information.

PPTP xDSL
If you connect to the Internet using an xDSL Modem and your ISP has provided you with a Password, Local IP Address, Remote IP Address and a Connection ID, then your ISP uses PPTP to establish a connection. You must choose this option and enter the required information.

L2TP xDSL
Layer Two Tunneling Protocol is a common connection method used in xDSL connections.

Telstra Big Pond
If your Internet service is provided by Telstra Big Pond in Australia, you will need to enter your information below, This information is provided by Teistra BigPond.