Before configuring load balancing, ensure the AppNet (Web Server) directories and AppServer (Application Server) directories are correctly installed. The AppNet and AppServer directories can reside either on the same server or on different servers. To view diagrams of load-balancing configurations, see the following topics:
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Load Balancing Across Web Servers Only: Single-Server Scenario
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Load Balancing Across Web Servers Only: Split-Server (Dual) Scenario
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Load Balancing Across Multiple Web Servers and Application Servers
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Load Balancing Across Web Servers Only: Many-to-One Scenario
Any device or software placed between the Application Server and Web Server must not inhibit, cache, or alter the data passed between them.
To configure the load balancer, see Configuring the Load Balancer. To ensure load-balanced requests are routed properly, see Configuring the Web Server for Load Balancing.