Configuring WCCP v2 routers

Consult the documentation for your WCCP v2 device, as well as the manufacturer’s support site, for device configuration and performance information.

Most devices should be configured to take best advantage of hardware-based redirection.

With Cisco devices, the most recent version of IOS is usually the best.

To prepare WCCP v2 devices for use with the proxy:

Steps

  1. Configure one or more service groups for the protocols you intend to use. A service group can handle one or multiple protocols. See Configuring servicegroups on the WCCP device.
  2. Configure the router to enable WCCP processing for these service groups. See Enabling WCCP processing for a service group.
  3. Optionally, enable router security. Router security must also be enabled for the service group in Content Gateway. See Enabling WCCP v2 security on the router.
    Note: For instructions on configuring your specific router, please refer to the documentation provided by your hardware vendor. For Cisco routers, see http://www.cisco.com/cisco/web/psa/default.html?mode=prod and search for your IOS and device version, for example, IOS 12.4.
  4. When you are done configuring the router, you must also configure and enable WCCP in the Content Gateway manager. See Enabling WCCP v2 in Content Gateway.