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8e6 Technologies MSA-004-005 User Manual

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Model: ProxyBlocker
MSA-004-005
Release: 1.0.00 / Updated: 02.11.08
8e6 ProxyBlocker Quick Start Guide
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Contents

8e6 ProxyBloCker IntroduCtIon ...............................................................1
About this Document ....................................................................................................................2
Conventions Used in this Document ........................................................................................... 2
servICe InformatIon ..................................................................................3
PrelImInary setuP ProCedures .................................................................4
Unpack the Unit from the Carton .................................................................................................4
Select a Site for the Server ...........................................................................................................5
Rack Mount the Server ..................................................................................................................6
Check the Power Supply .............................................................................................................15
General Safety Information .........................................................................................................16
Install the server ..................................................................................19
Step 1: Setup Procedures ........................................................................................................... 19
Step 1A: Wizard Setup Procedures ...........................................................................................20
Step 1B: Console Setup Procedures .........................................................................................27
Step 2: Test the ProxyBlocker Console Connection ................................................................37
Step 3: Test Filtering ...................................................................................................................38
Step 4: Set Library Updates ........................................................................................................38
ConClusIon .............................................................................................41
led IndICators and Buttons ...................................................................42
MSA Units .....................................................................................................................................42
regulatory sPeCIfICatIons and dIsClaImers ............................................. 43
Declaration of the Manufacturer or Importer ............................................................................ 43
Index .......................................................................................................45
8e6 ProxyBlocker Quick Start Guide iii

8e6 ProxyBloCker IntroduCtIon

Thank you for choosing to evaluate the 8e6 Technologies ProxyBlocker. The Proxy-
Blocker offers a solution for organizations using an Internet ltering product other than
8e6’s R3000 Enterprise Filter. 8e6 ProxyBlocker tracks each user’s online activity of
Web-based proxies and anonymizers, and can be congured to block specic Web sites
or service ports, thereby protecting your organization against lost productivity, network bandwidth issues, and possible legal problems that can result from the misuse of Inter­net resources.
8e6 ProxyBlocker Quick Start Guide 1

About this Document

This document is divided into the following sections:
Introduction - This section is comprised of an overview of the ProxyBlocker product
•
and how to use this document
Service Information - This section provides 8e6 Technologies contact information
•
Preliminary Setup Procedures - This section includes instructions on how to physi-
•
cally set up the ProxyBlocker in your network environment
Install the Server - This section explains how to congure the ProxyBlocker for
•
ltering
Conclusion - This section indicates that the quick start steps have been completed
•
LED Indicators and Buttons - This section explains how to read LED indicators
•
and use LED buttons for troubleshooting the unit
Regulatory Specications and Disclaimers - This section cites safety and emis-
•
sions compliance information for the ProxyBlocker model referenced in this docu­ment
Index - An alphabetized list of some topics included in this document
•

Conventions Used in this Document

The following icons are used throughout this document to call attention to important information pertaining to handling, operation, and maintenance of the server; safety and preservation of the equipment, and personal safety:
NOTE: The “note” icon is followed by additional information to be consid-
ered.
WARNING: The “warning” icon is followed by information alerting you to a
potential situation that may cause damage to property or equipment.
CAUTION: The “caution” icon is followed by information warning you that a
situation has the potential to cause bodily harm or death.

servICe InformatIon

The user should not attempt any maintenance or service on the unit beyond the proce­dures outlined in this document.
Any initial hardware setup problem that cannot be resolved at your internal organiza­tion should be referred to an 8e6 Technologies solutions engineer or technical support representative.
8e6 Corporate Headquarters (USA)
Local : 714.282.6111 Domestic US : 1.888.786.7999 International : +1.714.282.6111
8e6 Taiwan
Taipei Local : 2397-0300 Domestic Taiwan : 02-2397-0300 International : 886-2-2397-0300
Procedures
When calling 8e6 Technologies regarding a problem, please provide the representative the following information:
Your contact information.
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Serial number or original order number.
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Description of the problem.
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Network environment in which the unit is used.
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State of the unit before the problem occurred.
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Frequency and repeatability of the problem.
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Can the product continue to operate with this problem?
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Can you identify anything that may have caused the problem?
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8e6 ProxyBlocker Quick Start Guide 3

PrelImInary setuP ProCedures

Unpack the Unit from the Carton

Inspect the packaging container for evidence of mishandling during transit. If the packag­ing container is damaged, photograph it for reference.
Carefully unpack the unit from the carton and verify that all accessories are included. Save all packing materials in the event that the unit needs to be returned to 8e6 Tech­nologies.
The carton should contain the following items:
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1 ProxyBlocker unit
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1 AC Power Cord
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1 Serial Port Cable
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1 CAT-5E Crossover Cable
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Rack Mount Brackets (2)
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1 End User License Agreement (EULA)
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1 envelope containing a CD-ROM with PDFs of the ProxyBlocker User Guide and ProxyBlocker Authentication User Guide. The latest version of the ProxyBlocker User Guide can be obtained from our Web site at http://www.8e6.com/docs/pba_ug.pdf. The latest version of the ProxyBlocker Authentication User Guide can be obtained from our Web site at http://www.8e6.com/docs/pba_auth_ug.pdf.
NOTES: A coupler is included in the carton if a three-foot CAT-5E crossover
cable was packaged with your unit instead of a 14-foot CAT-5E crossover cable.
Inspect the server and accessories for damage. If the contents appear damaged, le a
damage claim with the carrier immediately.
WARNING: To avoid danger of suffocation, do not leave plastic bags used for packaging the server or any of its components in places where children or infants may play with them.

Select a Site for the Server

The server operates reliably within normal ofce environmental limits. Select a site that
meets the following criteria:
Clean and relatively free of excess dust.
•
Well-ventilated and away from sources of heat, with the ventilating openings on the
• server kept free of obstructions.
Away from sources of vibration or physical shock.
•
Isolated from strong electromagnetic elds and noise caused by electrical devices
• such as elevators, copy machines, air conditioners, large fans, large electric motors, radio and TV transmitters, and high-frequency security devices.
Access space provided so the server power cord can be unplugged from the power
• supply or the wall outlet—this is the only way to remove the AC power cord from the server.
Clearance provided for cooling and airow: Approximately 30 inches (76.2 cm) in the
• back and 25 inches (63.5 cm) in the front.
Located near a properly earthed, grounded, power outlet.
•
8e6 ProxyBlocker Quick Start Guide 5

Rack Mount the Server

Rack Setup Precautions
Warning:
Before rack mounting the server, the physical environment should be set up to safely ac­commodate the server. Be sure that:
The weight of all units in the rack is evenly distributed. Mounting of the equipment in
• the rack should be such that a hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.
The rack will not tip over when the server is mounted, even when the unit is fully
• extended from the rack.
For a single rack installation, stabilizers are attached to the rack.
•
For multiple rack installations, racks are coupled together.
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Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment is maintained at all times. Particular
• attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g. use of power strips).
A power cord will be long enough to t into the server when properly mounted in the
• rack and will be able to supply power to the unit.
The connection of the server to the power supply will not overload any circuits. Con-
• sideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.
The server is only connected to a properly rated supply circuit. Reliable earthing
• (grounding) of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained.
The air ow through the server’s fan or vents is not restricted. Installation of the
• equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of air ow required for safe op­eration of the equipment is not compromised.
The maximum operating ambient temperature does not exceed 104°F (40°C). If
• installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the
maximum ambient temperature (Tma) specied by the manufacturer.
WARNING: Extend only one component at a time. Extending two or more
components simultaneously may cause the rack to become unstable.
Rack Mount Instructions
Optional: Install the Chassis Rails
NOTE: If your chassis does not come with chassis rails, please follow the procedure listed on the last page of this sub-section to install the unit directly into the rack.
CAUTION: Please make sure that the chassis covers and chassis rails are installed on the chassis before you install the chassis into the rack. To avoid personal injury and property damage, please carefully follow all the safety steps listed below:
Before installing the chassis rails:
• Close the chassis using the chassis cover.
• Unplug the AC power cord(s).
• Remove all external devices and connectors.
1. Included in the shipping package are a pair of rail assemblies. In each rail assembly,
locate the inner rail and the outer rail.
2. Press the locking tab to release the inner rail from its locking position and pull out
the inner rail from the rail assembly.
NOTE: The inner rails are to be attached to the chassis and the outer rails
are to be installed in the rack.
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3. Locate the three holes on each side of the chassis and locate the three correspond-
ing holes on each of the inner rail.
4. Attach an inner rail to each side of the chassis and secure the inner rail to the chas-
sis by inserting three Type G screws through the holes on each side of the chassis and the inner rail. (See the diagram below for a description of the Type G screw.)
5. Repeat the above steps to install the other rail on the chassis.
Optional: Install the Traditional UP Racks
After you have installed the inner rails on the chassis, you are ready to install the outer rails of rail assemblies to the rack.
NOTE: The rails are designed to t in the racks with the depth of 28” to 33”.
• Determine the placement of each component in the rack before you install the
rails.
• Install the heaviest server components on the bottom of the rack rst, and
then work up.
1. In the package, locate a pair of front (short) and rear (long) brackets. Please note that the brackets are marked with Up/Front Arrows (front) and Up/Rear arrows (rear).
2. Secure the front (short) bracket (marked with the Up/Front arrows) to the outer rail with two Type G screws. (See the previous page for a description of the Type G screw.)
3. Attach the rear (long) bracket to the other end of the outer rail and secure the rear (long) bracket to the outer rail with a Type G screw as shown below.
4. Measure the depth of your rack and adjust the length of the rails accordingly.
5. Repeat the same steps to install the other outer rail on the chassis.
6. Secure both outer rail assemblies to the rack with Type H screws and Type I wash­ers. (See the previous page for descriptions of Type H and Type I hardware compo­nents.)
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7. Slide the chassis into the rack as shown below.
NOTE: The chassis may not slide into the rack smoothly or easily when installed
the rst time. Some adjustment to the slide assemblies might be needed for easy
installation.
8. You will need to release the safety taps on both sides of the chassis in order to com­pletely remove the chassis out of the rack.
Optional: Install the Open Racks
After you have installed the inner rails on the chassis, you are ready to install the outer rails of rail assemblies to the rack.
NOTE: The rails are designed to t in the racks with the depth of 28” to 33”.
• Determine the placement of each component in the rack before you install the
rails.
• Install the heaviest server components on the bottom of the rack rst, and
then work up.
1. In the package, locate a pair of front (short) and rear (long) brackets. Please note that the brackets are marked with Up/Front Arrows (front) and Up/Rear arrows (rear).
2. Secure the front (short) bracket (marked with the Up/Front arrows) to the outer rail with two Type G screws as shown below.
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3. Attach the front (short) bracket to the front end of the rack, and secure it to the rack with two Type H screws and Type I washers as shown below. (See the previous page for descriptions of Type H and Type I hardware components.)
4. Attach the rear (long) bracket to the rear end of the rack, and secure it to the rack with two Type H screws and Type I washers as shown below. Repeat the same steps to install the other outer rail to the other side of rack.
5. Measure the depth of your rack and adjust the length of the rails accordingly. Then, secure the rails to the chassis with Type G screws.
6. Slide the inner rails which are attached to the chassis into the outer rails on the rack.
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Install the Chassis into the Rack
CAUTION: Before installing the chassis into the rack:
• Make sure that the rack is securely anchored onto an unmovable surface or structure before installing the chassis into the rack.
• Unplug power cord(s) of the rack before installing the chassis into the rack.
• Make sure that the system is adequately supported. Make sure that all the components are securely fastened to the chassis to prevent components fall­ing off from the chassis.
• The rack assembly should be properly grounded to avoid electric shock.
• The rack assembly must provide sufcient airow to the chassis for proper
cooling.
• Please make sure that all components and all chassis covers are properly in­stalled in the chassis before you install the chassis into the racks; otherwise, out-of-warranty damage may occur.
Slide the chassis into the rack and secure it with two screws on each side of the rack as shown in the picture.

Check the Power Supply

This server is equipped with a universal power supply that handles 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz. A standard power cord interface (IEC 950) facilitates power plugs that are suitable for
most European, North American, and Pacic Rim countries.
Power Supply Precautions
Warning:
Use a regulating uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect the server from power
• surges, voltage spikes and to keep the server operating in case of a power failure.
In geographic regions that are susceptible to electrical storms, 8e6 highly recom-
• mends plugging the AC power cord for the server into a surge suppressor.
Use appropriately rated extension cords or power strips only.
•
Allow power supply units to cool before touching them.
•
8e6 ProxyBlocker Quick Start Guide 15

General Safety Information

Server Operation and Maintenance Precautions
Warning:
Observe the following safety precautions during server operation and maintenance:
WARNING: If the server is used in a manner not specied by the manufacturer,
the protection provided by the server may be impaired.
WARNING: 8e6 Technologies is not responsible for regulatory compliance of any server that has been modied. Altering the server’s enclosure in any way other than the installation operations specied in this document may invalidate the server’s safety certications.
CAUTION: Never pile books, papers, or other objects on the chassis, drop it, or subject it to pressure in any other way. The internal circuits can be damaged, and the battery may be crushed or punctured. Besides irreparable damage to the
unit, the result could be dangerous heat and even re.
CAUTION: There are no user-serviceable components inside the chassis.
The chassis should only be opened by qualied service personnel. Never disas­semble, tamper with, or attempt to repair the server. Doing so may cause smoke,
re, electrical shock, serious physical injury, or death.
Do not insert objects through openings in the chassis. Doing so could result in a
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short circuit that might cause a re or an electrical shock.
Do not operate the server in an explosive atmosphere, in the presence of ammable
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gases.
To ensure proper cooling, always operate the server with its covers in place. Do not
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block any openings on the chassis. Do not place the server near a heater.
Always exit the software application properly before turning off the server to ensure
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data integrity.
Do not expose the server to rain or use near water. If liquids of any kind should leak
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into the chassis, power down the server, unplug it, and contact 8e6 Technologies technical support.
Disconnect power from the server before cleaning the unit. Do not use liquid or aero-
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sol cleaners.
AC Power Cord and Cable Precautions
Warning:
The AC power cord for the server must be plugged into a grounded, power outlet.
•
Do not modify or use a supplied AC power cord if it is not the exact type required in
• the region where the server will be installed and used. Replace the cord with the cor­rect type.
Route the AC power cord and cables away from moving parts and foot trafc.
•
Do not allow anything to rest on the AC power cord and cables.
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Never use the server if the AC power cord has been damaged.
•
Always unplug the AC power cord before removing the unit for servicing.
•
Electrical Safety Precautions
Warning:
Heed the following safety precautions to protect yourself from harm and the server from damage:
CAUTION: Dangerous voltages associated with the 100-240 V AC power supply
are present inside the unit. To avoid injury or electrical shock, do not touch exposed connections or components while the power is on.
To prevent damage to the server, read the information in this document for selection
• of the proper input voltage.
Do not wear rings or wristwatches when troubleshooting electrical circuits.
•
To avoid re hazard, use only the specied fuse(s) with the correct type number, volt-
•
age, and current ratings. Only qualied service personnel should replace fuses.
Qualied service personnel should be properly grounded when servicing the unit.
•
Qualied service personnel should perform a safety check after any service is per-
• formed.
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Motherboard Battery Precautions
Caution:
The battery on the motherboard should not be replaced without following instructions
provided by the manufacturer. Only qualied service personnel should replace batteries.
The battery contains energy and, as with all batteries, a malfunction can cause heat,
smoke, or re, release toxic materials, or cause burns. Do not disassemble, puncture,
drop, crush, bend, deform, submerge or modify the battery. Do not incinerate or expose to heat above 140°F (60°C).
There is a danger of explosion if the battery on the motherboard is installed upside down, which will reverse its polarities.
CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER. DISPOSE OF THE USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS.
ATTENTION: IL Y A DANGER D’EXPLOSION S’IL Y A REPLACEMENT INCORRECT DE LA BATTERIE, REMPLACER UNIQUEMENT AVEC UNE BATTERIE DU MÊME TYPE OU D’UN TYPE ÉQUIVALENT RECOMMANDÉ PAR LE CONSTRUCTEUR. METTRE AU REBUT LES BATTERIES USAGÉES CONFORMÊMENT AUX INSTRUC­TIONS DU FABRICANT.

Install the server

Step 1: Setup Procedures

This step requires you to link the workstation to the ProxyBlocker. You have the option of using the text-based wizard setup procedures described in Step 1A, or the Administrator console setup procedures described in Step 1B.
Wizard Setup Requirements
The following hardware can be used for the wizard setup procedures:
ProxyBlocker with AC power cord
• either one of two options:
•
PC monitor with AC power cord and keyboard, or
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PC laptop computer with HyperTerminal and serial port cable (and USB DB9 se-
•
rial adapter, if there is no serial port on your laptop)
Go to Step 1A to execute Wizard Setup Procedures.
Administrator Console Setup Requirements
The following hardware is required for the Administrator console setup procedures:
ProxyBlocker unit with AC power cord
• CAT-5E crossover cable
• PC laptop computer, or PC monitor with AC power cord and keyboard
•
Go to Step 1B to execute Console Setup Procedures.
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Step 1A: Wizard Setup Procedures

Link the Workstation to the ProxyBlocker
Monitor and Keyboard Setup
A. Connect the PC monitor and keyboard cables to the rear of the chassis:
Fig. 1 - Portion of chassis rear
B. Turn on the PC monitor.
C. Power on the ProxyBlocker by dropping down the face plate and pressing the large
button at the right of the front panel (see Fig. 2).
Fig. 2 - Diagram of chassis front panel, power button at far right
Once the ProxyBlocker is powered up, proceed to the Login Screen instructions.
Serial Console Setup
A. Using the serial port cable (and USB DB9 serial adapter, if necessary), connect the
laptop to the rear of the chassis (see Fig. 1).
B. Power on the laptop.
C. Power on the ProxyBlocker by dropping down the face plate and pressing the large
button at the right of the front panel (see Fig. 2).
Once the ProxyBlocker is powered up, proceed to the instructions for HyperTerminal Setup Procedures.
HyperTerminal Setup Procedures
If using a serial console, follow these procedures to create a HyperTerminal session on the serial console.
A. Launch HyperTerminal by going to Start > Programs > Accessories > Communica-
tions > HyperTerminal:
B. In the Connection Description dialog box, enter any session Name, and then click
OK to open the Connect To dialog box:
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C. At the Connect using eld, select the COM port assigned to the serial port on the
laptop (probably “COM1”), and then click OK to open the Properties dialog box, dis­playing the Port Settings tab:
D. Specify the following session settings:
Bits per second: 9600
• Data bits: 8
• Parity: None
• Stop bits: 1
• Flow control: Hardware
•
E. Click OK to connect to the HyperTerminal session:
F. In the HyperTerminal session window, go to File > Properties to open the Properties
dialog box, displaying the Connect To and Settings tabs:
G. Click the Settings tab, and at the Emulation menu select “VT100”.
H. Click OK to close the dialog box, and to go to the login screen.
NOTE: If using a HyperTerminal session, the login screen will display with
black text on a white background.
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Login screen
The login screen displays after powering on the ProxyBlocker unit.
NOTE: If the screensaver currently displays on your screen, press the Enter
key to display the login screen.
A. At the login prompt, type in menu.
B. Press the Enter key to display the Password prompt.
C. At the Password prompt, type in the following: #s3tup#r3k
D. Press Enter to display the System Conguration screen.
System Conguration Screen
A. At the Press the number of your selection prompt, press 2 to select the setup pro-
cess for the System Conguration wizard.
B. At the login prompt, re-enter your password: #s3tup#r3k
C. Press Enter to display the Administration menu where you can begin using the Sys-
tem Conguration wizard.
System Conguration: Administration menu
A. At the Press the number of your selection prompt, press 2 to select the “Initial
Setup wizard” process.
The wizard takes you to the following system conguration screens to make entries:
Congure network interface LAN1
•
Congure network interface LAN2
•
Congure default gateway
•
Congure DNS servers
•
Congure host name
• Time Zone regional setting
•
NOTE: See the Network screens for LAN Settings and Regional Setting in Step
1B for content included in the wizard screens.
B. After making all entries using the wizard, press X to return to the System Congura-
tion screen. Or, to verify the status of the ProxyBlocker and review the entries you made using the wizard, press 1 to view the System Status screen.
NOTES: Changing your password using option C, “Change administration password”, will change the password for the console menu but not the ProxyBlocker console login screen. Option A, “Reset system to factory defaults”, should only be
used by an 8e6 Technologies technical representative.
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System Status Screen
The System Status screen contains the following information:
Capturing Interface specied in screen 3 (Congure network interface LAN1)
•
LAN1 IP address and netmask specied in screen 3, and current status (“Active” or
•
“Inactive”)
Management and Blocking Interface specied in screen 4 (Congure network
•
inteface LAN2)
LAN2 IP address and netmask specied in screen 4, and current status (“Active” or
•
“Inactive”)
Default gateway IP address specied in screen 5 (Congure default gateway)
•
ProxyBlocker host name specied in screen 7 (Congure host name)
•
DNS server IP address(es) specied in screen 6 (Congure DNS servers)
•
Regional timezone setting specied in screen 8 (Time Zone regional setting)
•
Current status of the ProxyBlocker
•
Current ProxyBlocker software Version installed
•
Library update status
•
NOTE: Modications can be made at any time by returning to the specic
screen of the wizard.
Log Off, Disconnect the Peripherals
A. After completing the wizard setup procedures, return to the System Conguration
screen and press 9 to log out.
B. Disconnect the peripherals from the ProxyBlocker.

Step 1B: Console Setup Procedures

Preliminary Setup
Create a “setup workstation” using a Windows-based laptop or desktop machine with a network card and Internet Explorer 5.5 (or later). The setup workstation will be used for
accessing the ProxyBlocker server on the network and conguring the unit.
NOTE: The Java Plug-in version specied for the ProxyBlocker software ver- sion must be installed on your workstation. If your workstation does not have Java Runtime Environment, you will be prompted to install it.
Workstation Congurations
A. From the desktop of the setup workstation, follow the procedures for your machine
type:
Windows XP - go to Start > Control Panel. Open Network Connections. Right-
•
click the link for LAN or High-Speed Internet and choose Properties.
Windows 2000 - right-click the My Network Places icon and select Properties.
•
Right-click the correct Local Area Connection and choose Properties.
Windows NT - right-click the Network Neighborhood icon and select Properties.
• Windows ME - right-click the My Network Places icon and select Properties.
•
B. Click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) to highlight it (Windows NT and ME users
should select the Protocols or Conguration tab and choose TCP/IP Protocol).
C. Click the Properties button.
WARNING: Be sure to make note of the current network settings on the setup
workstation as you will need to return them for further setup procedures.
D. Choose the option Use the following IP address (Windows NT and ME users
should choose the option Specify an IP Address).
E. Type in the IP address of 1.2.3.1.
F. Type in the Subnet mask (netmask) of 255.0.0.0 and click OK.
G. Close the LAN connection properties box.
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Link the Workstation to the ProxyBlocker
The procedures outlined in this sub-section require the use of the CAT-5E crossover cable.
A. Plug one end of the CAT-5E crossover cable into the ProxyBlocker’s LAN 2 port.
NOTE: When facing the rear of the chassis, the LAN 2 port is the port on the
right.
Portion of chassis rear
B. Plug the other end of the CAT-5E crossover cable into the setup workstation’s net-
work card.
NOTE: If a CAT-5E coupler was packaged with your unit, this coupler can be used if the crossover cable is not long enough for your setup. Plug one end of the CAT-5E crossover cable into the ProxyBlocker, and the other end into the coupler. Plug a standard CAT-5E cable into the other end of the coupler, and the free end of the standard CAT-5E cable into the setup workstation.
C. Plug the ProxyBlocker into a power source with an appropriate rating.
WARNING: It is strongly suggested you use an uninterruptible power supply.
D. Power on the ProxyBlocker by lowering the bezel and pressing the large button at
the right of the front panel (see diagram below):
Diagram of chassis front panel, power button at far right
The Boot Up Process
The boot-up process may take 5 - 10 minutes. When the drive light remains off for 30
seconds, the system is booted up. (See the LED Indicators and Buttons section for a description of Front LED Indicators and Buttons for Hardware Status Monitoring.)
If you wish to verify that the unit has been booted up, you can perform the following
test on your workstation:
1. Go to your taskbar and click Start > Run.
2. In the dialog box, type in cmd (type in command if using Windows ME).
3. Click OK.
4. In the cmd.exe window, type in ping 1.2.3.4
5. Press Enter on your keyboard.
If you receive a reply, the unit is up.
Network Setup
When the ProxyBlocker is fully booted, you can congure network settings. For this step,
you will need your network administrator to provide you the host name, gateway ad­dress, and two unused IP addresses.
Access the ProxyBlocker Administrator Console
A. Launch Internet Explorer from the setup workstation.
B. Type in http://1.2.3.4:88 in the address eld.
C. Click Go to open the ProxyBlocker Introductory Window:
NOTE: This window must be left open throughout your session.
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The Introductory Window displays minimized when the login dialog box of the Proxy-
Blocker Administrator console application opens (see image on the next page).
Log in to ProxyBlocker Administrator Console
In the login dialog box, you need to enter the generic Username and Password:
A. In the Username eld, type in admin.
B. In the Password eld, type in user3.
C. Click OK to close the login dialog box and to go to the main screen of the Proxy-
Blocker Administrator console:
Network
Click the System button at the top of the screen to go to the System section of the con­sole:
In this section of the console you will:
Specify the device(s) the ProxyBlocker will use for listening to trafc and sending
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trafc Congure LAN settings the ProxyBlocker will use on your network
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Select NTP servers the ProxyBlocker will use for time synchronization with Internet
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clocks Indicate the region in which the ProxyBlocker is geographically located
•
NOTE: After saving your entries in each of these windows (Operation Mode,
LAN Settings, NTP Servers, Regional Setting), you may be prompted to restart or
reboot the server. Click OK to acknowledge the contents of the alert box, and then proceed to the next sub-step without restarting or rebooting the server.
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Network: Operation Mode
From the navigation panel at the left of the screen, click Mode and choose Operation Mode from the pop-up menu:
Make the following entries in the Operation Mode window:
A. In the Listening Device frame, select the device for listening to trafc, generally
“LAN1”.
B. In the Block Page Device frame, select the device for sending block pages to client
PCs. The block page device should be a different device than the one selected in the Listening Device frame—“LAN2” is generally used as the default device for sending block pages
C. Click Apply.
Network: LAN Settings
From the navigation panel, click Network and choose LAN Settings from the pop-up menu:
Make the following entries for the ProxyBlocker in the LAN Settings window:
A. Enter the Host Name that includes your domain name, for example PBASERVER.
myserver.com (the NetBIOS name must be capitalized). It is important to enter
something identiable, because once the product is registered, this host name is
used by 8e6 Technologies to recognize your account for library updates. This name needs to be a valid DNS entry.
B. Enter the LAN1 IP address and specify the subnet for LAN 1, the ProxyBlocker’s rst
Ethernet Network Interface Card (NIC).
You may use a non-routeable IP address for the listening interface and a subnet
mask of 255.255.255.255 (32 bites).
C. Enter the LAN2 IP address and subnet for LAN 2, the ProxyBlocker’s second Ether-
net NIC. The subnet selection is usually 255.255.0.0 (16 bites) or 255.255.255.0 (24 bites), but cannot be 255.255.255.255 (32 bites).
D. Enter the Primary IP address of the rst DNS name server. The ProxyBlocker uses
this name server to resolve the domain name requested by users from the LAN.
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E. Enter the Secondary IP address of the second DNS name server. The ProxyBlocker
will use this name server to resolve the domain name requested by users from the
LAN if the rst DNS isn’t working.
F. Enter the Gateway IP address for the default router or rewall that is the main gate-
way for the entire network. The ProxyBlocker will use this IP address to communicate outside the network.
WARNING: Be sure to take note of the LAN 1 and LAN 2 IP addresses and host name you assigned to the ProxyBlocker. It is strongly suggested you document and store this information as it is now the only way of communi­cating with the ProxyBlocker.
G. Click Apply.
Network: NTP Servers
From the navigation panel, click Network and choose NTP Servers from the pop-up menu:
The NTP Servers window is used for specifying the Network Time Protocol (NTP) serv­ers to be used by the ProxyBlocker, so that the ProxyBlocker is synchronized with com­puter clocks on the Internet.
Note that the following server IP addresses display in the Servers list box:
128.59.35.142, 142.3.100.15, 129.132.98.11. If necessary, any of these servers can be deleted by selecting the IP address and clicking Delete.
NOTE: If you need to nd another NTP server to use, most university Web
sites provide these servers for public usage.
A. In the NTP Server eld, enter the IP address of the primary NTP server you wish to
use for clock settings on your server.
B. Click Add to include this IP address in the Servers list box.
C. Enter two more NTP servers, following the procedures in sub-steps A and B. These
will be the secondary and tertiary NTP servers, in order as they appear in the list box.
D. Click Apply.
NOTE: If the primary server fails, the secondary will be used. If the secondary
server fails, the tertiary server will be used.
Network: Regional Setting
From the navigation panel, click Network and choose Regional Setting from the pop-up menu:
Make the following selections in the Regional Setting window:
A. At the Region pull-down menu, select your country from the available choices.
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B. At the Location pull-down menu, select the time zone for the specied region.
If necessary, select a language set from the Language pull-down menu to display
that text in the console.
C. Click Apply to apply your settings, and to reboot the ProxyBlocker.
Physically Connect the ProxyBlocker to the Network
Once your ProxyBlocker network parameters are set, you must physically connect the unit to your network. This step requires two standard CAT-5E cables.
NOTE: This section requires you to restart the ProxyBlocker. If you wish to
relocate the ProxyBlocker before connecting it to the network, you must rst shut down the server instead of restarting it. To shut down the ProxyBlocker, go to the
navigation panel, click Control, and then select ShutDown. Once the server is shut
down, you must power on the ProxyBlocker and then log back into the Administra­tor console.
A. Restart the server using the steps dened below (i-iii). These steps must always be
performed when restarting the ProxyBlocker. Never reset the server by using the power or reset buttons.
i. From the navigation panel of the System section of the console, click Control and
select Reboot from the pop-up menu to display the Reboot window.
ii. Click the Reboot button. iii. From the time you click Reboot, you have approximately 2 minutes to perform
sub-steps B through E while the ProxyBlocker goes through the reboot process.
B. Disconnect the crossover cable from the ProxyBlocker.
C. Plug one end of a standard CAT-5E cable into the ProxyBlocker’s LAN 1 port.
D. Plug the other end of the CAT-5E cable into an open port on the network hub that
handles the Internet trafc you wish to lter.
E. Repeat sub-steps B and C for the ProxyBlocker’s LAN 2 port.
F. Wait until the reboot process has completed, indicated by the drive light staying off
for 30 seconds. This process may take 5 to 10 minutes. Proceed to Step 2.
NOTES: If you receive a connection failure message during the reboot process,
please disregard it, as this often occurs when there is a change in the IP address.
To restart the browser window, close both the ProxyBlocker Administrator console and the ProxyBlocker Introductory Window. Begin a new session by opening a new browser window and then logging back into the Administrator console.

Step 2: Test the ProxyBlocker Console Connection

Now that the ProxyBlocker is physically installed on your network and you have cong­ured its network settings, you need to test the unit to see if it is set up properly.
A. Restore the setup workstation you used for the Network Setup to its original settings,
and connect it to the network hub to create a “network workstation.” (You could also use another workstation already on the network that has Internet access.)
B. Launch IE on the network workstation, and enter the IP address you assigned to
LAN 1 (Step 1A, System Conguration: Administration menu, or Step 1B, Network:
LAN Settings, sub-step B). Be sure to include the port information :88 in the address
eld. For example, if the ProxyBlocker were assigned an IP address of 10.10.10.10,
you would enter http://10.10.10.10:88 in the browser window’s address eld.
C. Click Go. You should be prompted to log into the Administrator console, giving the
Username and Password.
If you can access the ProxyBlocker Administrator console, the ProxyBlocker is function­ing on your network and you should proceed to Step 3.
If you cannot access the ProxyBlocker Administrator console, please verify the status of the LAN connection in Windows on the network workstation, and then try enabling/dis­abling the LAN connection. If that fails to work, check the following:
The ProxyBlocker is turned on.
•
The ProxyBlocker is connected to the same hub as your router/rewall.
•
Can the PC normally connect to the Internet?
•
Is the PC able to ping LAN 1 of the ProxyBlocker?
•
Is the ProxyBlocker plugged into a switch instead of a hub?
•
Is there a caching server?
•
Can the ProxyBlocker ping the ltered PC? (Refer to the System Command window
•
in the Diagnostics section of the ProxyBlocker User Guide) Did you restart the ProxyBlocker after changing the network settings?
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Do you have both LAN ports connected to your network hub?
•
If still unsuccessful, contact an 8e6 Technologies solutions engineer or technical sup-
•
port representative.
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Step 3: Test Filtering

Once you have accessed the ProxyBlocker Administrator console, you should test lter­ing.
A. Test the ProxyBlocker’s ltering by opening a browser window on a network worksta-
tion, and going to http://test.8e6.net (an empty site for testing pornography ltering).
B. You should receive a block page. If you do not, contact an 8e6 Technologies solu-
tions engineer or technical support representative.
NOTE: Port 22 (SSH) must be open on your network to allow access by remote
technical support.

Step 4: Set Library Updates

After verifying that the ProxyBlocker is correctly installed on your network, you need to
activate ProxyBlocker library updates. Library updates are critical for ltering as new
sites are added to the 8e6 library each day. To activate updates, visit the 8e6 Technolo­gies Web site and enter the activation code that was issued to you by e-mail (also includ­ed on the product invoice).
NOTE: Ports 20 and 21 (FTP) must be open for outgoing requests so that the
ProxyBlocker can receive library updates.
Activate and Register the ProxyBlocker
Be sure you have a valid host name chosen before activating your account.
A. Open an Internet browser window and go to http://www.8e6.com/activate.
B. After reading through the online End User License Agreement, click Accept to go to
Step 2 of the activation process.
C. Enter your activation code.
D. Click Submit to go to the ProxyBlocker Activation and Registration page.
E. Verify that your serial number and activation code are the same as shown on this
registration page.
F. Fill out the information on this page, including the host name for the public DNS
server. The entry of the unique host name you’ve chosen is mandatory in order
to receive library updates.
G. After all information is entered, click Activate to activate your service. You should
receive conrmation that the ProxyBlocker at your host name has been activated.
You may wish to print the conrmation page for future reference in dealing with tech-
nical issues.
Perform a Complete Library Update
Your ProxyBlocker was shipped with the latest library update for the current software release. However, as new updates continually become available, before you begin using the ProxyBlocker you must perform a complete library update to ensure you have the latest library updates.
To download the latest library updates, go to the ProxyBlocker Administrator console.
A. Click the Library button at the top of the screen.
B. From the navigation panel, click Updates and select Manual Update from the menu:
C. In the Manual Update to 8e6 Supplied Categories window, click the radio button cor-
responding to Full URL Library Update.
D. Click Update Now to begin the update process.
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Monitor the Library Update Process
To verify that the library is being updated:
A. From the navigation panel, click Updates and select Library Update Log from the
menu.
B. In the Library Update Log window, click View Log to display the update activity:
NOTE: You will be notied in the log when the library has been completely
updated by the message: “Full URL Library Update has completed.” If this message
does not yet display, click View Log again to view the latest information.
WARNING: At the conclusion of this step, your ProxyBlocker will be actively
ltering your network. The ProxyBlocker is initially set to lter pornography sites on all of your network trafc associated with the hub to which it is connected.

ConClusIon

Congratulations; you have completed the ProxyBlocker quick start procedures. Now that
the ProxyBlocker is ltering your network, the next step is to set up groups and create ltering proles for group members.
To activate a default lter prole more appropriate for your operations, or to specify a more limited IP range to lter, consult Chapter 2: Group screen in the Global Adminis-
trator Section of the ProxyBlocker User Guide. Refer to Chapter 1: System screen for information on how to give end users access to acceptable HTTPS sites if strict HTTPS
ltering settings are used.
Obtain the latest ProxyBlocker User Guide at http://www.8e6.com/docs/pba_ug.pdf.
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led IndICators and Buttons

MSA Units

Front LED Indicators and Buttons for Hardware Status Monitoring
LED indicators and buttons for hardware status monitoring display on the front panel, located on the right side of the chassis (see diagram below).
LED Indicator Key Button Key
A = Power F = Reset
B = HDD Activity G = Power
C = LAN 1
D = LAN 2
Chassis control panel
LED indicators alert you to the status of a feature on the unit while buttons let you per­form a function on the unit.
LED Indicator Color Condition Description
Power Green On System On
Off System Off
HDD Amber Blinking HDD Activity
Off No HDD Activity
LAN 1 & LAN 2 Green On Link Connected
Blinking LAN Activity
Off Disconnected
Overheat Red On System Overheated
Off System Normal
E = Overheat

regulatory sPeCIfICatIons and dIsClaImers

Declaration of the Manufacturer or Importer

Safety Compliance
USA: UL 60950-1 2nd ed. 2007
Europe: Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2006/95/EC to CB Scheme EN 60950: 2006
International: UL/CB to IEC 60950-1:2006
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
USA: FCC CFR 47 Part 15, Veried Class A Limit
Canada: IC ICES-003 Class A Limit
Europe: EMC Directive, 2004/108/EC & Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2006/95/EC
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Class A Notice (USA)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digi­tal device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio fre­quency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
FCC Declaration of Conformity
Model: MSA-004-005
Electromagnetic Compatibility Class A Notice
Industry Canada Equipment Standard for Digital Equipment (ICES-003)
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EC Declaration of Conformity
European Community Directives Requirement (CE)
Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer’s Name: 8e6 Technologies
Manufacturer’s Address: 828 W. Taft Avenue
Orange, CA 92865
Application of Council Directive(s): Low Voltage • 2006/95/EC
EMC • 2004/108/EC
Standard(s): Safety • EN60950: 2006
EMC • EN55022: 2006
• EN55024: 1998 +A2:2003
• EN61000-3-2: 2000
• EN61000-3-3: 2001
Product Name(s): Internet Appliance
Product Model Number(s): MSA-004-005
Year in which conformity is declared: 2008
All hardware components supplied in this unit’s
shipping carton are certied by our vendors to be
RoHS compliant.
I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specied above conforms to the
above Directive(s) and Standard(s).
Location: Orange, CA, USA Signature:
Date: January 21, 2008 Full Name: Gregory P. Smith
Position: Director of Engineering Operations

Index

A
Activate and Register the ProxyBlocker 38
B
Boot Up 28
C
crossover cable 19, 28, 36
E
EMC 43, 44
F
FCC 43
H
HyperTerminal Setup 21
I
ICES-003 43
L
Login screen 24 Log in to ProxyBlocker Administrator Console 30, 37 LVD 43
M
MSA 20, 28, 42, 43
P
Physically Connect the ProxyBlocker to the Network 36 Power Supply Precautions 15
R
R3000 1 Rack Setup Precautions 6 reboot 31, 36 RoHS compliant 44
S
serial port cable 4, 19, 20 shut down 36
8e6 ProxyBlocker Quick Start Guide 45
U
UL 43
W
wizard setup 19, 26
8e6 ProxyBlocker Quick Start Guide 47
8e6 Corporate Headquarters (USA):
828 West Taft Avenue Orange, CA 92865-4232 • Tel: 714.282.6111 or 888.786.7999
Fax: 714.282.6116 (Sales/Technical Support) • 714.282.6117 (General Ofce)
Satellite Ofce:
8e6 Taiwan: 7 Fl., No. 1, Sec. 2, Ren-Ai Rd., Taipei 10055, Taiwan, R.O.C.
Tel: 886-2-2397-0300 • Fax: 886-2-2397-0306
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