3Com Webcache 3000 (3C16116), Webcache 1000 (3C16115) manual What Happens During an Initialization?

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2Enter yes if you wish to proceed, or no if you want to stop the initialization.

What Happens During an Initialization?

Initializing the Webcache returns it to its default (factory) settings; for more information see “Default Settings” on page 22.

You may want to initialize the Webcache if it has previously been used in a different part of your network, and its settings are incorrect for the new environment.

CAUTION: Use great care when initializing the Webcache. It removes all configuration information, including password and security information.

The Webcache takes approximately 60-90 seconds to initialize. While the

Webcache is initializing, you cannot communicate with it.

Rebooting the You can reboot the Webcache using the reboot command on the Webcache Control menu.

To reboot the Webcache:

1At the Top-level menu, enter:

system control reboot

The following prompt is displayed:

Are you sure you want to reboot the system (yes,no) [no]:

2Enter yes if you wish to proceed, or no if you want to stop the reboot.

What Happens During a Reboot?

Rebooting the Webcache simulates a power-off/on cycle. The Telnet session to the Webcache will be terminated.

The Webcache takes about approximately 60-90 seconds to reboot. While the Webcache is being rebooted, you cannot communicate with it.

Specifying a Contact You can specify contact name details for the Webcache using the Name contact command on the Management menu.