Configure a virtual service

A virtual service is required on your NLB appliance for DCE with a Virtual IP (VIP) assigned to it. To configure a virtual service on the NLB appliance, do the following. Consult your NLB appliance vendor for support.

  • Configure the Virtual Service IP Address (VIP).
  • Set the Ports to 2939 (for Lexmark and Ricoh)
  • Set the Protocol to TCP.
  • Set the Load balancing Forwarding Method to Direct Routing (i.e. layer 4/direct routing/direct server return/N-Path).Ensure the Persistent checkbox is not selected.
  • Set the Check Port for server/service online to 2939.