44 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE W EBCACHEConnecting theWebcache to theLive NetworkThe following sections describe how to connect the Webcache to yourlive network.Choosing the CorrectCables3Com recommends that you use Category 5 cable to connect the LANport to your network — the maximum segment length for this type ofcable is 100 m (328 ft).Connecting theWebcacheUse the following sequence of steps to connect the Webcache to yournetwork:1 Connect an appropriate network cable to the LAN port on the rear panelof the Webcache. Simply slot the connector on the cable into the RJ-45LAN port. When the connector is fully in, its latch locks in place. Todisconnect the cable, push the connector’s latch in and remove it.2 Connect the other end of the network cable to a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TXport on a suitable switch or hub in your network. The switch or hub thatyou connect the Webcache to is determined by the deploymentenvironment that you choose; for further information, see “Deployingthe Webcache in Your Network” on page 33.Password A password for the admin user name, whichyou must enter whenever you manage theWebcache via the Web interface orCommand Line Interface. Can be up to 10characters long, is case-sensitive and mustonly contain alpha-numeric characters.(no password) 1a2b3c4d4eCaching Mode Choose how the Webcache is deployedwithin your network - either Proxy Mode orTransparent Mode.Proxy Mode N/ACaching Port Number The port number on which the Webcachewill listen for traffic. This is only required ifyou set the Caching Mode to “Proxy Mode”.You may use any other numbers in therange 1024-8080 and 8090-65534. 3Comrecommends you use the default portnumber of 8080.8080 8080Setting Meaning Default Example
