Setting up PROXY Server to share DSL line for small LAN?

[chotu]

Just installed aDSL line on my Windows NT server 4.0 (working) and than I setup the Proxy server on the client side through internet explorer browser. In the browser I went to Tools menu than internet options, clicked the Connections Tab and in Lan setting I enabled ONLY the proxy server and entered the IP address of the computer on which the ADSL is installed. But it doesn't work or open any sites. On which the DSL was installed I had one NIC connected to the internet and the other one to LAN and when pinged from either side they both reply. Someone please Help ! Why is my setup not working is there someting I'm missing. Maybe there is something I have to do on which the DSL is installed.

 

[bex0rs]

Just checking the "proxy box" on the clients will not do anything unless you've installed a Proxy program on your NT server, like MS Proxy or WinProxy.

For most home internet connection sharing, a "NAT" setup will work better. Since you aren't using Win2k or Win98SE(+), you'll have to look into a third party program like Sygate or WinRoute.

It sounds like all of your hardware is set up properly, so once you get the proper software, you should be ready to go. Another option, of course, would be to invest in a hardware router like the SMC Barricade.

~bex0rs