> hi, guys! > I have a new problem on a squidNT proxy, when the server start, in > cache.log i found these lines: > # > #2005/12/13 14:41:34| Performing DNS Tests... > #2005/12/13 14:41:34| DNS name lookup tests failed... > # > At this moment, my internet link was down, and squid refused to start. > > 2 questions :) > > 1] what are these DNS lookups > & > 2] what can i do to let the service start even if the internet link is down > > thanks for your replies > Guillaume > Check the : dns_testnames directive in squid.conf. Try making the list empty. M.