Modem Settings
The FortiExtender unit allows for two modes of operation for the modem; On Demand and Always Connect. In On Demand mode, the modem connects to a dialup ISP account to provide the connection to the Internet when needed. In Always Connect mode, the modem is always connected to the internet, it can acts as a primary or backup method of connecting to the Internet.
Configuring either On Demand or Always Connect modes are very similar.
Modem Settings is a matter of configuring the dialing mode. The dial mode is either Always Connect or On demand. Selecting Always Connect ensures that once the modem has connected, it remains connected to the ISP. Selecting On Demand, the modem only calls the ISP if packets are routed to the modem interface. Once sent, the modem will disconnect after a specified amount of time.
To configure the dial mode as needed - web-based manager
1. Go to System > Network > FortiExtender and click Configuring Settings.
2. Extend Modem Settings.
3. Select the Dial Mode of Always Connect or On Demand.
4. Enter the Redial Limit to 5.
5. Enter the Quota Limit to the desired limit in Mega Byte.
6. Select Ok.