Figure 3. Deploying iPrism in Bridge (Transparent) Mode
Notes:
The iPrism can also act as a filtering web proxy when in bridge (transparent)
mode. Users can configure their browsers to point at the iPrism, just as they do
in proxy mode, although the iPrism is configured in bridge (transparent) mode.
Web and Application traffic will be filtered for these users.
For instructions on how to configure a browser to point at the iPrism, refer to
the
iPrism Installation Guide.
Older versions of iPrism (Versions 3.6 and earlier) had an additional mode
called Router mode. This mode had been discontinued. Bridge (transparent)
mode is now used in all situations where the iPrism is used in an in-line network
environment.
Using the Management Interface
The iPrism has a third network interface called the Management Interface. Normally you can
administer your iPrism from any system connected to the internal network. You can configure the
system to only accept configuration from the management interface. This allows you to create a
secure subnet from which to control your iPrism.
Chapter 2 Overview
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