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Date:         Mon, 14 Dec 1992 17:56:00 LCL
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From:         Dave Kearns <DKEARNS.TCC@KLAVEN.TCI.COM>
Subject:      Re: MHS Administrator

 K> Perhaps not the best place for this but I don't know the address of any
 K> MHS lists.
 K>
 K> Anyway, what are people using for their MHS Administrator names?  Under
 K> UNIX each site has a 'Postmaster' account but there doesn't seem to be
 K> an equivalent for MHS.
 K>
***** NOTES from Dave Kearns (DKEARNS @ TCC) at 12/14/92 5:55 PM

ADMIN@workgroupname  seems to be what most people expect as the
default.......


-dave

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From:         Mr M J Mulrooney <xta105@CENTRAL1.LANCASTER.AC.UK>
Subject:      Windows Rprinter Doc Dos 6 (fwd)

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From mulroonm@uk.ac.edge-hill-college.marvin Tue Dec  1 16:24 GMT 1992
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From: Mike Mulrooney <mulroonm@uk.ac.edge-hill-college.marvin>
Date: Tue, 1 Dec 92 16:23:48 GMT
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Subject: Windows Rprinter Doc Dos 6


Has anyone ever come across this?
We have a small Novell v2.2 Server in a remote building. They have a couple
of Cannon BJ printers which are shared via Rprinter. They are having problems
if they exit Windows 3.1 and then enter Windows again, Rprinter stops working.
The only way to start the queue moving again is to reboot the machine with
Rprinter on it and load it again (its on local disk and loads in a loop).
The versions are listed below along with the net.cfg

Rprinter v1.22w     Capture v3.50     Pconsole v1.51
Netware  v2.2 Rev A
Workstation o/s Doctor Dos 6

Net.cfg  file handles=60
         spx connections=60
         local printers=1
         show dots=on
         get local target stacks=10
         ipx packet size limit=1500

capture command is  :  capture bubble1 nb nt nff ti=22
Rprinter is load high at present but have tried it in coventional as well
Windows 3.11 and weve installed the DrDos fix.

Any help would be welcome
      Thanks in advance Mike Mulrooney   -- Mulroonm@UK.AC.EHCHE

Look out USA here comes Nigell Mansell
From: TON@LET.RUG.NL (Ton Roovers)
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Subject: Re: Pager server alert?
Date: 16 Dec 92 13:31:03 GMT
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Richard Duggan <duggan@CHOPIN.UDEL.EDU> wrote:

> My employers have recently given me a pager (I know, lucky me) so that
> users in our department can reach me if there is a problem with the LAN.
> The pager is triggered by dialing the local phone number assigned to it,
> then dialing the number that should appear on the pager's display.
>
> I would like to set up an automated device to page me if one of my servers
> goes down.

Looks like the perfect job for Netware Early Warning System! I tested it
some time ago and it does exactly what you want and a lot more: it may
also warn you about disk space dropping below a certain level. It's
made by Frye Computer Systems, Inc. in Boston, MA.


 Ton Roovers, systems manager                              ton@let.rug.nl
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Date:         Sun, 13 Dec 1992 17:20:00 GMT
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From:         "A.J. Sheehan" <GRG1678@VAX2.QUEENS-BELFAST.AC.UK>
Subject:      RE: SMODE changes going bye-bye

I wonder if you have a shell.cfg or net.cfg which includes the line
`smode=0'? If you do remove this line and see what happens.

Tony Sheehan
grg1678@v2.qub.ac.uk

Queen's University, Belfast
Northern Ireland
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Date:         Mon, 14 Dec 1992 17:58:20 -0800
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From:         Henry Unger <hunger@HITECH.COM>
Subject:      Netware User License Upgrade
              14 Dec 1992 17:09:21 -0800 <9212150125.AA02740@hitech.com>

All you have to do to upgrade from 5-user to 20-user is to copy the new
 server.exe and reboot the server!
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Date:         Fri, 18 Dec 1992 13:08:00 LCL
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From:         Dave Kearns <DKEARNS.TCC@KLAVEN.TCI.COM>
Subject:      RE: Novell 3.11 Arcnet -- Connect to Decnet/Pathworks

 L> We have a small 9 workstation Novell 3.11 with a Zenith 386 server
 L> using Arcnet.  Workstations use Zenith 286 machines.
 L>
 L> We need a new server because we don't have enough disk space.
If all you really need is more disk, why buy a new server? Use that money
to add RAM, a SCSI controller and large disks.

 L> In future we may want to connect to the main university's network,
 L> which uses DecNet and Pathworks.  Our purpose would be to use internet,
 L> send messages, send files, etc.
 L>
 L> 1.  What kind of server should I buy -- EISA, ISA, MCA?
I prefer EISA at the moment, because of better performance than ISA, and
better price/availability of add-in cards than MCA

 L> 2.  I have been advised to change from arcnet to ethernet.  Should I
 L> take the opportunity to do that with purchase of a new server?
Why? Is performance a problem? Again, use the money for what will do you
the most good. Arcnet does NOT preclude you from connecting to the
university backbone.


-dave

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| Manager, Info Services      | dkearns@klaven.tci.com         |
| Thomas-Conrad Corp.         | dkearns@tcc [MHS via NHUB]     |
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| (512) 836-1935              |                                |
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Date:         Tue, 15 Dec 1992 12:52:56 CDT
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From:         A02DAG1@NOC.NIU.EDU
Subject:      Re: UPS for Novell 3.11

-=> The power went out twice this past week.
-=> What kind of Uninterruptable Power Supply unit is recommended
-=> for a Novell 3.11 386 server?

We've had excelent luck with American Power Conversion's SmartUPS
line and PowerChute software.


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Date:         Thu, 17 Dec 1992 09:43:02 EST
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From:         Greg Monroe <MONROE@DUKEFSB.BITNET>
Subject:      Re: list traffic

I agree in principal that a "Simple Guide to Searching the Novell archives"
would be a good idea.  However, since one of my many hats is labeled VM
Systems Programer and another is LISTSERV manager, I think we should
first consider the impact on our benefactor's (Syracus University) system.

Running a major list like Novell costs Syracuse University CPU cycles
on their IBM mainframe.  In this day and age of downsizing most Universities
are looking for ways to drop big iron or at least keep from upgrading for
as long as possible.  I am sure that there have been many cost vs benefit
of NOVELL discussions capacity meetings.  (MANY THANKS to you unsung heros
at Sysacus who have probably met that beast called the Administration and
won...)

The database LISTSERV functions are one of it's most CPU/IO intensive
functions, especially with Novell's volume of mail.  If 10% of the 2000+
folks who have access to this list did an average of 4 queries each (it
generally takes a few cuts at the data to get the information you need),
that would be 80 odd queries added to the load at SUVM.  My gut feel for
this is that this would add 50 to 100% to the CPU cycles needed for
NOVELL.  (2-4 queries is probably equal to a submission and there are about
40 odd items per day).

The point of this is that maybe we should ask the folks at Syracus if they
would mind terribly if we did that to them.  Dave Molta is this your
area?  Would you care to comment?

It may be best for this to be done a different way.  Unfortunataly, most
of the other solutions would require time and equipment to impliment.  Which
is what a lot of us are sorely lacking...  Perhaps Novell would be willing
to set up a "seed money grant" for such a project?

Finally, a quick question for Dave Molta or John Wobus (if John's on this
list).  Are the SUVM ListServ archives available via anonymous FTP?  If
so can you post how to get them.  I know it's something strange to most
internet folks like using 'CD LISTSERV.xxx'.  Perhaps this could be
included in the FAQ.

Just trying to make sure all the points are covered in this discussion.

Greg Monroe   <Monroe@DukeFSB.BitNet>
Senior Systems Programmer
for the DukeFSB VM system, FSB's Novell networks, Postmaster, List Manager,
ISN packet switch network, an archaic Sys V box and
anything that starts with COM* or NET*.
Duke's Fuqua School of Business
Durham, NC  27708-0114
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From:         Jon Hall <J.M.Hall@SOUTHAMPTON.AC.UK>
Subject:      Re: Help: Why is my Mac auto-logging in ???

> I have a Mac IIfx running system 7 (with the tune-up installed) on a 3.11
> server that is running Netware for Mac 3.01 (all on ethernet).  As the Mac
> runs through its boot sequence, it _automatically_ mounts the file server's
> volume on the desktop (it logs in as the user who usually runs the Mac)
> without prompting for a password.  Now, since it's logging in as a user, and
> not a guest, it has to get a password from somewhere right?

When you use the Chooser to connect to a file server and it prompts you
for the volumes you want to use, there's a check box which, if checked,
causes the logon information to be saved and used to auto-connect at
startup. My guess is all you need to do is uncheck that box...

--
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From:         "A.G. Lowe-Norris" <agl1@LEICESTER.AC.UK>
Subject:      ARJ files

Anyone,

I have a couple of files with an ARJ extension which appear to be packed. Can
anyone suggest the correct unpacking mechanism and where I can internet ftp the
software from?

Thanks.

Alistair.
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Date:         Fri, 11 Dec 1992 12:01:17 EST
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From:         NCUT000 <NCUT@SLUMUS.BITNET>
Subject:      Re: Net adminisrtator career path/titles

> Reply Text--------------
>
> Well, I think they're referring to me as Network Support Analyst.
> It works for me.

> Subject: Re: Net adminisrtator career path/titles
>
> > > How does your institution handle the handles?  Could
> > > you please send me some info on job titles and career
> > > paths at your workplace?
> >
> > Basically, I am just called the computer guy...
> > David Deitch, (GIS) Atlanta
> Even more insulting than that, is being
> called the 'Nuts & Bolts Man'. :-(

I've no idea what they call me behind my back, but my business cards
say Network Manager.  'got here from a position called Systems
Software Consultant, there from Customer Service Manager, and there
from Customer Service Rep.  Where am I going next?  God knows.
Actually "Supreme Exhalted Guru of incredibly useful [and cool]
Computer Stuff" sounds kind of neat, but I don't think it would fit on
the title line in the phone book. :-)

Seriously I think the suggestions on offered were quite good, however I
would either leave in, or out, the specifics "Lan, PC, etc." based on
whether the position was a "hands-on" technical position, or more of
an administrative/managerial one.  There's a reasonably good article
in one of the current trade mags.  I think it was in Corporate Computin
Computing, but that's a guess.   If you're going to try to define and
implement a corporate ladder - good luck.  I think I'd rather support
IBM's PC Lan system.

Nick

Nick Cutry                         voice: (315)379-5971
Network Manager                    Bitnet: NCUT@SLUMUS or CUTRY@STLAWU
Computer Services                  Compu$erve: 76424,144 or 73257,2537
St. Lawrence University
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From: u5533129@ucsvc.ucs.unimelb.edu.au
Newsgroups: bit.listserv.novell,comp.sys.novell
Subject: how many ethernet cards can I put in a server?
Date: 17 Dec 92 08:21:23 +1100
Organization: The University of Melbourne

Is there any limit to the number of ethernet cards a 3.11 server can handle?

The machine has an ISA bus with twelve slots, and IRQ 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 10 and 11
are free.  There is free memory from D0000-EFFFF.

Thanks,

Peter Summers
From: MAILBOX@ZEUS.ICE.NL (Zeus Mailbox)
Newsgroups: bit.listserv.novell
Subject: Re: Trivial Request - How to Compare whole trees ?
Date: 15 Dec 92 13:12:17 GMT
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>
> > Installing a new volume in our Sever (that damned 1 GB SCSI beast is
> > finally running, although without Adaptec...)  I moved several
> > subdirectory trees with XCOPY. Now before deleting the old tree
> > I wanted to compare all files in two directories AND their subdirecties
> > with each other in order to verfiy the copies. XCOPY /V wasn't an option
> > - I don't trust that whole program.
>
> What about NCOPY /V/S ?
>

What about a simple tape-restore with verify ??

Greetings...

Henno.




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Date:         Tue, 15 Dec 1992 14:12:32 -0600
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From:         Joe Doupnik <JRD@USU.BITNET>
Subject:      List traffic

        I have a question for list readers, which is what are the easy ways
of decreasing the list traffic a smidge without impairing its usefulness?
The reason for asking is clear to subscribers: the volume is large and
continues to grow, so much so that we tend to discourage reading.
        Some items I can think of, in random order, are:
      o non-Novell queries sent to other groups, usually on News if available.
      o fewer "me too" msgs to the list, though we are pretty good about it.
      o shorter includes from previous postings, <parts omitted>.
      o shorter .signatures and less blank line after blank line.
      o replies sent directly to the questioner in some cases, a matter of
        judgement on net worth (sorry). I prefer seeing lots of answers, which
        is where I learn a lot. I'd say err in favor of posting to the net.
      o sending questions just about NDIS straight to Microsoft/DEC etc
        when possible.
      o straight tcp/ip questions to News, comp.protocol.tcpip.ibmpc.
      o slightly fewer questions about PC hardware basics, eg putting
        a network adapter on IRQ 4 when also trying to use COM1.
      o some delay in asking the net until the most obvious choice of the
        vendor's/dealer's tech support people have been informed.
      o reading today's mail pile before firing off answers which may be
        present in the queue. Difficult if mail backs up, as it does.
      o checking standard network watering holes for latest drivers, and
        checking the vendor's own BBS, before asking the net. FAQ stuff.
      o briefly flipping pages in the product's manual before asking the net.
      o don't ask questions on the net unless you are a subscriber. Hit & run.
      o read the list for a few days before saying "My Rprinter prints
        glacially." It's problem #1 so get the interrupts straight and working.

        I think if we reduce the traffic some then more people would read the
list more often, and there will be longer intervals before the same questions
and answers are repeated cycliclly. My gut feeling says the current cycle is
about three weeks, which gets to be pretty boring for regular readers.
        Btw, I think there *is* overall learning going on. For example we
have far fewer questions about setting up Packet Drivers, about foolishly
trying to steal video memory as program workspace, mapping memory on top of
lan adapters, stubs on coax, subnet masks, and so on.
        Please regard this as just my opinion on the volume; I read every msg.
        Joe D.
From: binkhorst@COH.FGG.EUR.NL (Rik Binkhorst)
Newsgroups: bit.listserv.novell
Subject: Re: Patching Netware 3.11 - Which Patches?
Date: 18 Dec 92 18:33:04 GMT
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>         I'm glad to see people taking an interest in the patches and upgrades.
> The answer to the last question is: no, that is certainly not all. There is
> no simple answer/solution because there are so many components which can be
> added to servers and clients, hence the large archive. Be sure to look in
> directory novlib\novfiles. File Forum.dos (in novlib\01) and Novchg.92 (ditto)
> have many references to new things, but they are neither completely accurate,
> nor uptodate. So, in addition to those files also look at the individual
> directories now and then for the changes which occur daily. On my copy of the
> Novell ftp archive on netlab2.usu.edu I have included files whatis.nn to
> list contents of .ZIP and .EXE archives, and that helps some. I update netlab2
> daily but those whatis files are redone every week or two.
>         Each archive file typically has a packing list which usually describes
> the changes to the date of issue. Pay attention to the dates of the unpacked
> files because there can be many versions with the same name. Patchman.NLM is
> an case in point where you must have the correct version to load many patches,
> yet there are scads of versions in the archives. Also, be aware of the date
> of the archive file because some are replaced by new editions with exactly
> the same archive name.
>         Happy hunting, and please do pickup the security suite from novfiles.
>         Joe D.
>

There was a question about loading all the patches available or only
load some of them. I would like to know what other people do.

I think both options are acceptable but wich one is best?

Is it usefull loading them all or is it only memory consuming?

What is best to do and why?

Thanks,

Rik
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Date:         Thu, 17 Dec 1992 12:53:29 +1000
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From:         efung@CS.UQ.OZ.AU
Subject:      Re: Printer Accounting Software

In bit.listserv.novell you write:

>Not really, I did get some info about a person? named Hamish Marson who I have
>been unable to find that wrote some software that uses the Novell accounting
>resource to track usage.  I have not had a chance to get any more info as I
>cannot get an FTP or mail address for the software or the person who wrote it
>(assuming Hamish Marson is a person and not an institution).

Try mail to h.marson@waikato.ac.nz.
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