Although systems can be configured to allow internal users to access the system directly over HTTP while external users are accessing the system over HTTPS and using a reverse proxy, this configuration is not the primary PTC recommendation.

For sites where a Windchill environment can be accessed externally, PTC recommends that both internal and external users access the system using HTTPS and that you set up a split DNS configuration to route traffic appropriately. This configuration requires the least amount of deployment configuration and yields a consistent configuration for both internal and external users. For configuration instructions, see Split DNS with Reverse Proxy Configuration.

If you still desire a split protocol system, PTC advises that you contact your services professionals to assess the necessary configuration required to appropriately deploy this configuration in your environment.