User guide

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DSU ProxyServer User Guide
MTPSR2-201
Introduction
This chapter describes the ProxyServer software and explains how to make changes to the
configuration of your ProxyServer. The major configuration parameters were established during the
loading of the software (Chapter 3). The ProxyServer software and configuration utilities allow you to
make changes to that initial configuration.
The ProxyServer software allows you to refine your configuration based on your network
connections. The software is based on a main menu (Proxy Setup) that allows you to consider all the
parameters for a particular feature (e.g., Internet access, DHCP Server addressing, and Virtual
Server mappings). These features, along with others are discussed in detail in the ProxyServer
Configuration section later in this chapter.
The other five configuration utilities offer additional functionality. Wizard Setup guides you through
the initial configuration and software downloading, as described in Chapter 3. Download Firmware
allows you to download new versions of firmware when enhancements become available. The
Configuration Port Setup utility allows you to change the method by which you access the
ProxyServer (i.e., direct connection of a PC to the Command Port on the ProxyServer, or via your
Internet connection to the LAN port on the ProxyServer). The Uninstall Proxy Server Configuration
utility is designed to remove the software from your PC. The WAN Device Configuration utility
allows you to configure the WAN ports. The Remote User Data Base option enables you to enter
information regarding your remote users, and the Upgrade Proxy feature enables you to download
software updates from Multi-Tech System’s FTP site.
Note: The WAN Device Configuration utility is supported only if you are directly connected to the
ProxyServer. This Utility is not supported when accessing the ProxyServer via the network.
Your ProxyServer software includes a context-sensitive Help system; i.e., clicking the Help button on
any given dialog box provides definitions and recommended values for each button, option, and field
for that dialog box. In some instances, you will also see a list of related topics that can be displayed
by clicking the green, underlined text. In addition, you can use the Index tab to search for definitions
and references to specific terms, fields, and recommend values where applicable.
Before You Begin
The ProxyServer software operates in a Microsoft Windows environment. The Proxy Server 2.10
program group contains all of the utilities described above, and is accessible in Windows by clicking
Start | Programs | Proxy Server 2.10 | (utility) , or by double-clicking the utility icon in the program
group in My Computer. The program group is shown here: