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This README file accompanies SCANBFIX v1.00 for NetWare 386 v3.10. The
following file(s) is included for this revision:
SCANBFIX NLM 1764 01-14-91 11:23a
PATCHMAN NLM 4174 10-29-90 12:51p
SCANBFIX is a dynamic patch which is loaded at the file server console as a
NetWare Loadable Module. This patch fixes a problem in NetWare 386 V3.10a.
The API function call ScanBinderyObject fails to properly recognize "?" as
a wild card. The failure was related to the size of the bindery name being
searched for and the number of "?" wild card characters (if greater than 12)
entered in the search string. Although those most likely to see this problem
are application developers using the ScanBinderyObject call, users of
applications developed with this call may see the error message: Object could
not be found.
Unlike v3.0 patches, the SERVER.EXE file is not modified by this patch.
SCANBFIX.NLM will patch the Operating System in memory, not on the disk. This
means that SCANBFIX must be loaded each time the server is brought up for the
patch to take effect. It is recommended that the command "LOAD SCANBFIX" be
placed in the server's AUTOEXEC.NCF file to ensure that the patch is always
in effect when the server is brought up.
Since it is a NetWare Loadable Module, SCANBFIX can be loaded and unloaded
without having to bring the server down. Once loaded, the Operating System
is patched and ready to go. Unloading SCANBFIX will restore the Operating
System to its original "un-patched" state.
Like all NLM-type patches, SCANBFIX requires the Patch Manager (PATCHMAN.NLM)
to be loaded before it can be loaded. If PATCHMAN is not already loaded,
SCANBFIX will attempt to locate PATCHMAN and load it automatically if found.
PATCHMAN only needs to be loaded once and then all NLM patches can be loaded.
PATCHMAN cannot be unloaded until all patches that rely on it are first
unloaded. Typing "PATCHES" at the system command line once PATCHMAN is
loaded will display all patches currently loaded on the file server.
To implement this patch:
1) Copy PATCHMAN.NLM and the SCANBFIX.NLM to the same directory as the
other NLM files on your system (SYS:SYSTEM is suggested).
2) After the system is brought up, type LOAD PATCHMAN at the console.
3) Type LOAD SCANBFIX. A message will appear saying that the Operating
System has been successfully patched. From this point on, all changes
are in effect until SCANBFIX is unloaded. If an error message appears,
contact your NetWare support provider.
NOTE: Changes made by patches are typically addressed in future releases of
NetWare. This patch and PATCHMAN.NLM will only operate on NetWare 386
v3.10a. Future versions of NetWare 386 will require a version of
PATCHMAN specific to that release.
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DISCLAIMER
Novell, Inc. makes no representations or warranties with respect to this
software patch, and specifically disclaims any express or implied warranties
of merchantability, title, or fitness for a particular purpose.
Novell's intentions for this software patch is to provide a temporary
work-around to the anomalies described in this file. Such work-arounds are
typically addressed in future releases of NetWare.
Novell will not be responsible for any data loss that may result from
implementing this patch. Novell strongly recommends a backup be made before
any patch is applied. Technical support for this patch is provided at the
discretion of Novell.
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