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Configuration Manager (R) version 3.12
Copyright (C) 1994-1996 Ad Astra Solutions
All Rights Reserved
NOTE: Don't be frightened by the size of ConfgMgr.Wri -- it's
a relatively short document, but it has two imbedded
pictures.
*** WHY ***
If you already know WHY you might need this program, skip down
to CHANGES.
The purpose of this program is to help maintain multiple sets of
AUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS files. There are many reasons WHY
you might need to do this. You might want to keep a backup
AUTOEXEC and CONFIG around just in case some errant program
destroys it. Some people like to keep a "clean" AUTOEXEC and
CONFIG around just in case their system begins to behave
erratically -- a "clean" version enables them to boot-up with
the bare essentials to differentiate between a hardware and a
software problem. Other people have various programs which they
have occasion to run which are incompatible with everything
else, be it a QEMM conflict, network driver, or some other TSR
related problem. Finally, there are those who are fortunate
enough to own notebook computers and a docking station to convert
it into a desktop-type system. When their notebook is docked,
they might load a CD-ROM driver, but when it's portable, they
don't.
Until we know if Windows '95 (aka Chicago) will deliver on the
promises of plug and play and conflict resolution, all of
the above people have a need to keep around multiple sets of
AUTOEXEC and CONFIG files. The common mode of operation is then
to decide on the configuration de jour, copy the designated pair
of files over AUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS, and then reboot the
system. Configuration Manager allows you to create, change, and
delete these files from within Windows. You can then assign a
pair of files to a preset button just like you do with radio
stations in your car. And when you push a button, these files
are copied to the appropriate place, Windows exits normally, and
your system reboots. And if you're a DOS 6.X user, Configuration
Manager will build a special AUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS which
will allow you choose one of your custom configurations at boot-
up, without even having to get into Windows. If you've never
experienced any of the above scenarios, you probably DON'T have
a use for this program.
*** CHANGES From Version 3.0 ***
- Added the ability to minimize the window. Accordingly,
made sure only one instance would run at a time.
- Fixed installation conflicts with VER.DLL
*** CHANGES From Version 3.0 ***
- Fixed a problem with button labels being truncated at 20
characters.
- Changed remark character in ND7 Multi-Configuration files
from ';' to 'rem'. Eliminates 'Invalid Command' message.
- Added option under Setup to build a Program Manager group
and program icon.
*** CHANGES From Version 2.0 ***
- Now supports MSDOS 6.X and Novell DOS 7.0 multi-configurations.
Once you setup your Autoexec's and Config's, you'll have access
to your custom configurations at boot-up, not just when you're
in Windows.
- Completely revamped user interface including two additional
user-defineable preset buttons (now there's 10!). Innumerable
usability "tweaks" to make operation smoother.
- Now supports file selection by both drag and drop and double-
click.
- More flexible configuration file naming and filtering.
- Setup screen for easier configuration of user preferences.
- Registration screen for easier registration.
*** FEATURES ***
Key ConfgMgr Features include:
- Ability to create, update, delete, and document all of your
Autoexec and Config configurations
- Ability to assign a configuration to a button for one-click
configuration updates
- Exit Windows and Reboot your machine upon selecting a new
configuration
- Ability to choose any custom configuration at DOS boot-up,
not just in Windows
*** QUICK INSTALLATION ***
Configuration Manager is distributed on BBS systems without
VBRUN300.DLL for faster downloads.
1) Download VBRUN300.DLL and place in your path (or in the
\Windows\System directory).
2) Run SETUP.EXE from the distribution file set.
3) Double click on CONFGMGR.EXE in the File Manager.
That's all there is to installing Configuration Manager.
Remember that while ConfgMgr is active, on-line help is always
available by pressing the Help button.
*** QUICK UNINSTALLATION ***
Delete the diectory containing CONFGMGR.EXE from your hard
disk. Delete ConfgMgr.INI from your Windows directory.
Depending upon your usage, you may also delete the following
files: autoexec.cm$, config.cm$, cmautoex.bat, cmconfig.sys,
and c$autoex.bat.
If you don't run any other Visual Basic applications, you
can also delete THREED.VBX, DDEML.DLL and VBRUN300.DLL from
your \Windows\System directory.
Configuration Manager does not modify WIN.INI or SYSTEM.INI.
*** REQUIREMENTS ***
This program requires Windows 3.1 or Windows for Workgroups,
VBRUN300.DLL, DDEML.DLL, and THREED.VBX.
*** DOCUMENTATION ***
Full documentation is located in the file CONFGMGR.WRI and may
be viewed from the Windows WRITE.EXE applet. Just double-click
CONFGMGR.WRI from the Windows File Manager.
*** LIST OF FILES ***
The CFGMGR31.ZIP package consists of the following files:
README.TXT introductory information (this file)
CONFGMGR.EXE required executable
THREED.VBX required VBX controls
DDEML.DLL required DLL
CONFGMGR.WRI complete user guide
LICENSE.TXT license agreement/warranty disclaimer
ORDER.TXT ordering instructions
VENDOR.TXT Shareware Distributor/Disk Vendor information
UNINSTAL.TXT uninstallation instructions
If you did not receive all these files please contact the author:
Ad Astra Solutions
P.O. Box 58164
Houston, TX 77258-8164
CIS: 70372,2473
Internet: 70372.2473@CompuServe.Com