Add WAN Port — Sync PPP

Last Updated : Aug 30, 2026 |
Navigation: System SettingsWAN PortAdd/Edit WAN PortSync PPP
Prolog information
Use these settings to configure a WAN port.
On IP500 V2 systems, these settings configure the leased line connected to the WAN port on the Control Unit. Normally this connection is automatically detected by the control unit. If a WAN Port is not displayed, connect the WAN cable, reboot the Control Unit and receive the configuration. The WAN Port configuration form is now be added.
These settings are not mergeable. Changes to these settings will require a reboot of the system.
Field
Description
Name
The physical ID of the Extension port,. This parameter is not configurable; it is allocated by the system.
Speed
The operational speed of this port. For example for a 128K connection, enter 128000. This should be set to the actual speed of the leased line as this value is used in the calculation of bandwidth utilization. If set incorrectly, additional calls may be made to increase Bandwidth erroneously.
Mode
Default = SyncPPP
Select the protocol required. The options are:
  • SyncPPP For a data link.
  • SyncFrameRelay For a link supporting Frame Relay.
RAS Name
If the Mode is SyncPPP, selects the RAS service to associate with the port. If the Mode is SyncFrameRelay, the RAS Name is set through the DLCIs tab.