Forward proxy The following references describe the proxy settings that can be configured for forward proxy. Configuring the proxy server for forward proxyWhen you are using a proxy server for a forward proxy, you need to configure the proxy server.Forward proxy firewall configurationRestricting outbound connections is possible when using an internal or external firewall.Configuring the clientYou must configure your client transfer application by specifying your proxy host, port number, username, and password.Transferring from the command line through forward proxyCommand line ascp and ascp4 transfers can be run through a forward proxy.