<<-- Best Viewed : Full Screen using monospace font -->> ================================================================= NetNotify The Newsletter for Network Professionals July 1st, 1996 - Volume 1. Edition 5 via FTP - ftp.netcent.com/netnotify/netno1-5.txt via CIS - GO NOVUSER - download netno1-5.txt ================================================================= You may (un)subscribe to NetNotify by sending a message to NETNOTIFY-REQUEST@KI.NET with the word (un)subscribe in your message. Vendors, PR Agencies and MARCOM personnel with important information to get out to the masses should direct inquiries to NETNOTIFY-MARKETING@NETCENT.COM. Mail administrators interested in making NetNotify available to a large number of internal employees and reducing traffic to their Internet gateway should direct inquiries to NETNOTIFY-LISTMASTER@NETCENT.COM. ================================================================= The Great Email Flood When you think "Flood", the first thing that usually pops into your mind is water, lots of water. We used to think the same thing, until recently. Within our last edition of NetNotify, we told you about our friends from Venus. You know, the gents that assumed networking pro's like you had all the time in the world to "surf the web" for update information. To say that we received a lot of email in response to that editorial would be an understatement. Within the first week, thousands of responses came in from subscribers around the world! Although we couldn't respond to everyone directly, we would just like to thank everyone that took the time to throw their two cents into the ring! Before jumping right into the action, we've got some great news for our notified ones! Starting this month, NetNotify will be bringing even more great information, right to the desktop. Working in conjunction with the new backend service that we hinted at in earlier editions, NetNotify will start delivering product reviews and networking related articles! Will NetNotify turn into some monstrous e-zine? Definitely not. The goal for NetNotify has been, and always will be, to deliver information to our subscribers, in a brief, bulletin style format. Are you wondering how we'll do it? Well wonder no more! Our new backend service is a collaboration of our existing document retrieval service, the NetNotify newsletter, and a new web site. These three services all fit together into a much larger service that we've named Networking Central. The goal of Networking Central is rather simple - to provide a single source of information for networking pro's. It will take some time to get there, but we're confident that we CAN get there. If you're thinking "Oh great, now we need to jump to the web," don't worry, you won't have to. Here's how it all fits together. NetNotify will continue providing patch and news related information, as we always have. The document retrieval service, and the web site, will be used to provide links to resources, and more in-depth information. As an example, brief summaries of each product review will appear within NetNotify. These summaries will give you an overall "feel" for the product and what we thought of it. Should you be interested in reading the full product review, you can pop over to our web site, or request the review through the document retrieval service. When it comes to networking related articles, again, only brief summaries will appear within NetNotify. Should the article be of interest to you, our web site will provide the full text. To let you know which products have been scheduled for review, a new section has been added to NetNotify, appearing at the end of the newsletter. "Reviewer's Corner" lists the software, hardware and books that are already in the hands of our reviewers. There are many other products that we plan to review, but we will not announce any upcoming reviews until the product is in our hands. The Networking Central service will deliver much more than just product reviews and articles. But we can't give away all our secrets just yet, now can we? Watch the wires for important URL's! Before releasing you into the jungle of Patches, Promo's and News, we have one last issue to address; subscriptions. We want to ensure that as many people as possible can benefit from NetNotify. To do that, we are interested in locating 'net pro's willing to provide links on their web pages to our subscription services. If you would be interested in providing a link, please drop us a line at netnotify-marketing@netcent.com. In exchange for the link, we will provide a link to your own home pages within a special area of Networking Central. All the best....now, on with the show! P.S. An FAQ about NetNotify and the Networking Central service will be available within the next two weeks. This document will answer the majority of questions that we have received to date. Once available, a special announcement will be made. ======================= What's In This Edition? ======================= Patches and Fixes o NetWare Clients o NetWare Management o NetWare For SAA o NetWare Operating Systems o Backup Exec for NetWare o Adaptec o Compaq General News and Tidbits o Novell Heat's Up The `Net with New Support Program! o Getting Novell Support is Easier than Ever o Bunting Information Through the `Net o Internet Explorer Users Get Caffeine Jolt for Free o Released - Client 32 for DOS/Windows 3.x Education, Seminars and Conferences o Web Home for Novell Certified Professionals o Artisoft Reseller Alliance Tour - Tips, Tricks and Free Software o Microsoft Experts Activate the `Net New Products o Launch Your Internet Security Into The Future With Catapult o 3COM ISDN Modems With 15-Minute Installation Guarantee o Intel's Burning the Wires o CompuServe Offers Ultimate Access Promotions and Price Slashing o Free GroupWise Upgrades Still Available o AOL. What IS It? IT'S A MILLION DOLLARS! o Wall Data Brings Sand, Sun and Access/400 o Banyan's In The Streets Over $700 The Winners Circle - Current Contests o Contest - Win COLD CA$H Reviewer's Corner o Software o Hardware o Books Getting In Touch with Us ================= Patches and Fixes ================= The following patches have been released since the previous edition of NetNotify. --------------- NetWare Clients --------------- MSRD95.EXE Description: NetWare Requestor for Windows 95 patch. Resolves problem with GroupWise databases being corrupted, resulting in a C022 error. CompuServe : GO NGWFILES 02 FTP : ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/nwos/nc32w952/msrd95.exe DW32D1.EXE Description: Diskette install version of NetWare Client 32 for DOS/Windows 3.1x, version 2.10. CompuServe : GO NWOSFILES FTP : ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/nwos/cl32dw21/dw32d1.EXE DW32N1.EXE Description: Network install version of NetWare Client 32 for DOS/Windows 3.1x, version 2.10. CompuServe : GO NWOSFILES FTP : ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/nwos/cl32dw21/dw32n1.exe ------------------ NetWare Management ------------------ MW201.EXE Description: ManageWise upgrade patch, version 2.0 to version 2.0a. Resolves various problems and is a recommended update for all ManageWise 2.0 sites by Novell. CompuServe : GO NWGENFILES 06 FTP : ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/mgt/mw20all/mw201.exe NMA003.EXE Description: New SERVINST.NLM for NMA V2.1 to resolve benign 100% CPU utilization at BuildUserListHour problem. CompuServe : GO NWGENFILES 06 FTP : ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/mgt/nma21/nma003.exe --------------- NetWare For SAA --------------- SAA30A.EXE Description: NetWare for SAA V2.0 maintenance PTF. Upgrades to v2.0.30. In addition to this file, you must download SAA30B.EXE to SAA30D.EXE. CompuServe : GO NWGENFILES 03 FTP : ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/hostcon/saa20/saa30a.exe ------------------------- NetWare Operating Systems ------------------------- CDUP4.EXE Description: This file contains the latest CDROM.NLM and support files for v3.12 and v4.x. CompuServe : GO NWOSFILES 02 FTP : ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/nwos//cdup4.exe FTP : ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/unixconn//cdup4.exe SMSUP5.EXE Description: Current SMS updates for NetWare 3.11, 3.12 and 4.XX. CompuServe : GO NWOSFILES FTP : ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/nwos//smsup5.exe SBACK6.EXE Description: Current SBACKUP update for NetWare 3.1X and 4.XX. Only change from SBACK5.EXE is SMSDI.NLM. CompuServe : GO NWOSFILES FTP : ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/nwos//sback6.exe 312PT8.EXE Description: Latest OS patches for NetWare 3.12. CompuServe : GO NWOSFILES FTP : ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/nwos/nw312/312pt8.exe ----------------------- Backup Exec for NetWare ----------------------- AGNT009.ZIP Description: Windows NT Agent for Backup Exec for NetWare Enterprise Editions only. Windows NT Agent version 009 resolves a problem with the Agent hanging if you log out of the NT station. CompuServe : GO SSSMG ------- Adaptec ------- ASPI32.EXE Description: ASPI layer for Windows 95 and Windows NT. This file includes updates to the following files: WINASPI.DLL, WNASPI32.DLL, APIX.VXD, ASPIENUM.VXD, ASPI32.SYS, and WOWPOST.EXE. CompuServe : GO ADAPTEC ------ Compaq ------ To download files, visit Compaq's web site at http://www.compaq.com/support/files/, their ftp site ftp.compaq.com or on CompuServe, GO COMPAQ. SP1962.EXE Description: Adaptec EZ-SCSI Lite Softpaq disk images for DOS/Windows 3.1 REV A V4.00S2 SP1959.EXE Description: ROMPaq Firmware Upgrade Diskette REV A V3.01 for Proliant Systems SP1958.EXE Description: ROMPaq Firmware Upgrade Diskette REV A V3.00 for ProSignia and SystemPro Systems. SP1940.EXE Description: V1.06, Peripheral Adapter Support Software for VINES(R) 6.0. SP1927.EXE Description: Correctly sets BIT on a ProLinea 575e, 5100e and 5120E to allow DOS to see a hard drive as the master on the secondary controller. SP1657.EXE Description: Compaq Integrated NetFlex Adapter driver V3.12 for Microsoft NT (TM) V3.51. ======================== General News and Tidbits ======================== --------------------------------------------------- Novell Heat's Up The `Net with New Support Program! --------------------------------------------------- The wires will be burning thanks to Novell`s Support Connection web based service! This HOT new service provides support solutions to customers and partners. Packed with features offering improved performance and searches, Support Connection also offers better navigation, and access to file updates and technical documents. Best off all, you now have the ability to submit incidents electronically, and you can even track their progress! If you support any Novell products in your company, you must check out this new service - http://support.novell.com. ------------------------------------------ Getting Novell Support is Easier than Ever ------------------------------------------ It's 4am EST. Your NetWare server just bit the dust. Fear not, help is a support agreement away! Novell's expanded technical service agreements are ideal for companies big and small. Quick and easy, Novell's new Premium Service program offers access to highly skilled support engineers, capable of assisting you at any time! Three levels of service are available, each of which can be customized for improved support relations. Not only can you track incidents on-line, but best of all, proactive management is available to customers running ManageWise, GroupWise, NetWare or any other SNMP enabled Novell product! For details on Novell's new support plans, contact your local sales rep, or Novell directly! Novell, Web: http://support.novell.com Phone: (801)228-9926 ------------------------------------ Bunting Information Through the `Net ------------------------------------ Bunting. Thought we were talking about baseball? Not even close. But while you're here, be sure to check out Buntings Window to the Net. A special four part series, Buntings Window to the Net, is airing over CNBC, the last two segments airing August 4th (HP spotlight) and August 18th (Microsoft spotlight). If you missed the first two on the tele, vignettes from the programs will be available on Bunting's web site, http://www.bunting.com. Don't worry. Those going for a little well deserved R&R when the second two air on CNBC can also get their fill on Bunting's web site! -------------------------------------------------- Internet Explorer Users Get Caffeine Jolt for Free -------------------------------------------------- What hard-core bit head drinks decaf coffee? That's like asking what hard-core web surfer doesn't want Java support! Keeping to their word to increase Internet support with their applications, and improve existing Internet applications, Microsoft is giving us a direct hit of caffeine through Internet Explorer v3.0. Available immediately, Internet Explorer based web surfers can get their fill of caffeine for FREE (don't you just love that word.) If you haven't upgraded yet, what are you waiting for? Visit http://microsoft.com/ie/ today! ---------------------------------------- Released - Client 32 for DOS/Windows 3.x ---------------------------------------- Novell networking pro's will be tickled pink with Novell's latest release, Client 32 for DOS/Windows 3.x. Previously available through Novell's Open Beta program, the released version of Client 32 is sure to be a crowd pleaser! Slick, fast, and easy to install, Client 32 for DOS/Windows 3.x also offers the ability to automatically update client software. You can download your copy today from the NWCL32 forum on CompuServe, or ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/nwos/cl32dw21. =================================== Education, Seminars and Conferences =================================== ------------------------------------------- Web Home for Novell Certified Professionals ------------------------------------------- If you currently hold a Novell professional certification, or if you're thinking about becoming certified, there's a home on the web just for you. Novell's CNE Homepage provides you with information about the various certification programs, links to downloadable logos (CNA, CNE and MCNE), the certification roadmap, and a whole lot more. Coming in the Fall of 1996, you'll also get access to additional benefits through the site using your CNE ID. Still in the development stages, it definitely deserves a sneak peak: http://www.cne.org. --------------------------------------------------------------- Artisoft Reseller Alliance Tour - Tips, Tricks and Free Software --------------------------------------------------------------- In full effect throughout the month of July, the Artisoft Reseller Alliance Tour is the place to be for LANtastic users and devlopers. Not only will you get an indepth overview of the new LANtastic v7.0, but you'll be chatting with trained experts that can help to hone your sales and technical skills. If that's not enough, you'll also receive FREE software, product training guides and sales kits. Sessions cost $49 for Advantage Partners and $99 for Authorized Partners. Oh ya, Premier Partners, you get in FREE! Seating is very limited, so call or pop by their web site to reserve your spot today. July 09 - Denver July 09 - New York City July 11 - Boston July 11 - San Francisco July 13 - Toronto July 13 - Portland July 15 - Vancouver July 15 - Pittsburgh July 17 - Irvine July 17 - Dearborn July 20 - Phoenix July 20 - Chicago Artisoft, Web: http://www.artisoft.com Phone: (800)809-1251 ----------------------------------- Microsoft Experts Activate the `Net ----------------------------------- Already a worldwide giant, Microsoft is hitting the broadcast circuit on July 16th with a special event - Worldwide Live! Activating the Internet. Here, you'll pickup some great tips and tricks from Microsoft experts, and industry sponsors, on how to create a top notch web site. If you've ever seen a really cool site and wondered "How'd they do that?" this is the place to be! Available in more than 50 theaters across the U.S. and Canada, this gem will also be downlinked to sites in Europe. You can register immediately from the web page http://www.microsoft.com/wwlive/. ============ New Products ============ ----------------------------------------------------------- Launch Your Internet Security Into The Future With Catapult ----------------------------------------------------------- When the users are screaming for net access right to the desktop, security is priority 1. The last thing you need is some net demon dog weaseling their way into your corporate data just so Joe Q. Public in accounting can wax up the board and go surfing. Fear not networking pro's, help is a download away. Microsoft has released the beta copy of Catapult for broad based testing. The newest member to the Microsoft BackOffice family, the Catapult proxy server offers slick management, high performance and tight integration with Windows NT Server. Supporting all Internet protocols, including HTTP, FTP, RealAudio, VDOLive and IRC just to name a few, Internet access can be achieved by all 16-bit and 32- bit WINSOCK applications without the need for troublesome modifications. Not only is it secure and easy to manage, but it also proactively caches frequently accessed files, offering a more bandwidth friendly means to secure the company's data. Interested? Surf over to http://microsoft.com/infoserv/catapult/. ------------------------------------------------------ 3COM ISDN Modems With 15-Minute Installation Guarantee ------------------------------------------------------ Getting hooked up with ISDN doesn't have to be a nightmare, and 3COM guarantees it! The new 3ComImpact IQ external ISDN modem offers high performance and reliability, with smooth, slick installation. Best of all, 3COM is putting their money where their mouth is with a simple guarantee! Consumers in North America need only contact 3COM to purchase their new ISDN modem, and schedule the installation of their line. Once the line is installed, 4 simple steps will get the modem up and running, in less than 15 minutes. If not, return the product for a full refund! 3COM, Web: http://www.3com.com Phone: (800)572-3COM ------------------------- Intel's Burning the Wires ------------------------- Jim Carrey, decked out in the stunning green makeup, thought he was "Smmmmmmokin'", but it's obvious he's never worked on a 100Mbps network. If you want speed, performance, easy management, and upgrades, it's Intel that's "Smmmmmmokin'." Available immediately, Intel's new 100BASE-T4 models of the EtherExpress PRO/100 adapters support Cat 3 and Cat 4 UTP installations, while offering impressive 10 to 100Mbps performance. The new cards offer more than quick performance, easy upgrades is where it's at. Equipped with Adaptive Technology, NIC microcode can be upgraded quick and painlessly. Best of all, it won't cost you $20 million dollars to have a 100BASE-T4 card appearing in your network. They're yours for the modest price of $149 (MSRP) in a 20 Pack. For detailed product information about Intel's new cards, give them a ring today (sorry, no autographs.) Intel, Web: http://www.intel.com Phone: (800)538-3373 / 44(1)793- 431-155 / (503)264-7354. --------------------------------- CompuServe Offers Ultimate Access --------------------------------- You're heading off on the family vacation. Just as you're about to get into the car and head off, you remember. Running back inside, you grab the trusty laptop - don't want to miss those important emails right? Now, what are the chances you'll end up getting an ear full from a family member, telling you how you work too much? If you just can't bear to leave the laptop at home, and you want to save yourself from yet another tongue lashing, help is a click away! CompuServe's new Communications Card is the key to staying in touch. Using this new service, you can review a summary of waiting email messages, forward messages to a local fax, pick up stock quotes, news briefs and sports scores, and you save money - up to 58% on long distance calls. The card is free of charge to CompuServe users, with a meager charge of $0.25 per minute when the card is in use. Sound too good to be true? It's not, and that's jut the tip of the iceberg! Contact CompuServe today for further details or to get your very own Communications Card! CompuServe Information Service, Phone: (800)211-8871 Online: GO CALLCARD ============================= Promotions and Price Slashing ============================= --------------------------------------- Free GroupWise Upgrades Still Available --------------------------------------- Previously, you read about a free upgrade program for Novell's GroupWise software. Microsoft Mail users could get 50 free client licenses, along with the GroupWise 4.1 migration and upgrade pack, just for providing proof of purchase for your MsMail software. Well, due to the huge demand, this promotion is still in effect! If you haven't upgraded yet, you better dig through your old receipts before this gem of an offer disappears. --------------------------------------- AOL. What IS It? IT'S A MILLION DOLLARS! --------------------------------------- Pegged as the largest sweepstakes in online history, AOL's "What IS it?" sweepstakes is offering a grand prize of one MILLION dollars! Running through July 31st 1996, playing the "What IS it?" sweepstakes couldn't be easier. Log in to AOL, click on the "What IS it?" icon on the welcome screen and then select the "Play Now" icon. Winning the grand prize might be tough, but there's lots of other prizes too! The only catch - only US Based AOL users are eligible for the sweepstakes. ----------------------------------------- Wall Data Brings Sand, Sun and Access/400 ----------------------------------------- Wall Data brings new meaning to the term "Surfing the Web." Their new site, for RUMBA Access/400 95/NT, will demonstrate RUMBA's unique Notebook interface, and how it can integrate your host sessions with desktop apps. Not only is it easy, but slick OLE controls allow you to generate new Client/Server solutions faster than ever. If that's not enough to peak your interest, you can also register for the chance to win a trip to Fiji! Hey, if you win, be sure to send us a postcard! Wall Data, Web:http://www.as400.walldata.com Phone: (800)79-RHUMBA or (415)812-1600 --------------------------------- Banyan's In The Streets Over $700 --------------------------------- Send out the white coats, the gang from Banyan's marketing group has fallen out of their tree! Until September 13th 1996, Banyan will send you a cheque for $700 when you upgrade PC Dial-In to RLN for StreetTalk. It doesn't matter how long you've owned PC Dial- In or how many copies you own. Each upgrade to RLN gets you a cheque for $700! With RLN, you bring the power of StreetTalk to your remote and mobile users. Secured connections to the networked environment are FAST, scaleable and extremely user friendly. 28.8 modem and ISDN support means less of a wait for your users. This also means fewer complaints - a happy net admin RLN does make! Time is ticking, so contact Banyan today for all the details! Banyan, Web: http://www.banyan.com/marketing/rln.html, Phone: (800)816-7490 ===================================== The Winners Circle - Current Contests ===================================== ----------------------- Contest - Win COLD CA$H ----------------------- At NetNotify, we're having a subscription drive and that means COLD CA$H, in your hands, just for referring new subscribers. Each time you refer a new subscriber to NetNotify, tell them to send a message to CONTEST-COLDCASH@NETCENT.COM letting us know who sent them. On August 31st, we will be drawing 5 names out of the hat and each will win $100! There are no restrictions on the number of times that your name can be entered. ================= Reviewer's Corner ================= The following product reviews have been scheduled for the month of July: -------- Software -------- o Quarterdeck WebCompass Professional o Quarterdeck WebAuthor o Quarterdeck Internet Suite 2.0 o PCN o White Pine Software Enhanced CU-SeeMe -------- Hardware -------- o Epson PhotoPC ----- Books ----- o NDS Troubleshooting (NRP) o Web Publishing Unleashed (SAMs) o Upgrading and Repairing PC Networks (QUE) o Using Windows 95 - Platinum Edition (QUE) o Using HTML - Special Edition (QUE) ======================== Getting In Touch with Us ======================== Publisher - Doug Archell internet:darchell@netcent.com SnailMail: 1760 Storrington St, Pickering Ont. LIV 2Y1 Phone: (905)839-3114 FAX: (905) 839-6304 ListMaster - internet:netnotify-listmaster@netcent.com Suggestion Box - internet:netnotify-suggest@netcent.com Marketing - internet:netnotify-marketing@netcent.com END OF NEWSLETTER # Copyright c DJA Systems, 1996