Automatic PPPoE connect?

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Automatic PPPoE connect?

How can I make Leopard automatically connect to Internet via PPPoE after logging in?

I don't want to open Internet Connect and connect manually each time.

iBook G4@1.33, Mac OS X (10.4.11)

Posted on Aug 14, 2008 5:38 AM

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Answer 1

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RLTech

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Aug 21, 2008 8:27 AM in response to Jagoche

Hi,
Open Network Preferences,
Click your PPPoE interface (from the list of interfaces on the left side),
{basic PPPoE info shows on the right side}
In the bottom right corner, click the "Advanced..." button,
Click the PPP tab.
The very first checkbox says "Connect automatically when needed" check it.
That should do it.
Hope this helps.

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Tim Haigh

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Aug 21, 2008 3:11 PM in response to Jagoche

How can I make Leopard automatically connect to Internet via PPPoE after logging in?

A better setup would be to use a router connected to your modem. The router would maintain the pppoe connection providing what broadband should be, an always on connection. The router would also be a firewall giving you better security.

What is the make and model of your modem it may well already have an integrated PPPoE client.

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Jagoche Author

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Aug 26, 2008 12:26 AM in response to RLTech

Thanks. This has solved my problem.

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