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Using Proxy Servers

If your computer uses a proxy server, you can choose if you want Secure Backup and Share Desktop Client to use the server during backups. By default, proxy servers are not used and the Do not use a proxy to connect to servers option is selected.

  1. Right-click the Secure Backup and Share Desktop Client icon Mozy Tray Icon in your system tray, then select Settings.
  2. Click More Settings, then click Options.
  3. Click Network, then click Setup Proxy.
    Figure 1. Proxy Configuration
  4. To use a proxy server, select one of the following
    • Use this proxy server: Enter the proxy server you want Secure Backup and Share to use.
    • Use this computer's default proxy server: Secure Backup and Share uses the default proxy server configured for this computer.
    • Automatically detect proxy settings: Secure Backup and Share configures the proxy server based on your local network proxy settings.
    • Use automatic configuration script: Secure Backup and Share uses the specified script to activate the proxy service. Enter the URL where the script is located.
  5. Select a Proxy authentication option:
    • My proxy server does not require authentication: No authentication is used.
    • My proxy server authenticates my computer via the domain: Uses your domain for authentication.
    • My proxy requires a user name and password: Specify the user name, password, and domain (optional) for the proxy server.
  6. Click OK to save your settings.
  7. When you have finished changing settings, click OK. Your settings are saved and the Settings window closes.
    Note: You do not need to be logged in to Windows to back up. However, your computer must be turned on, not in sleep or hibernation mode, and must be connected to the Internet.
Parent topic: Can I use Secure Backup and Share if I am behind an HTTPS proxy?