Welcome to Norton Commander for Windows 95/NT
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Please read this document carefully. It contains important information not included in the documentation.
Topics covered in this document include:
NT Workstation Users Information
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To map a network drive, please follow the instructions for NT Server users. The Path drop-down listbox will not display all previously attached servers and areas, however.
Keys Changed from Previous Versions
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- ALT+F6 has been changed to ALT+F9. (ALT+F6 is used by Windows 95 and cannot be used by Commander.)
- Editor:
Shortcut keys ALT+F6 (Count) and ALT+F8 (Goto) have been changed to F6 and F8.
Save As has been changed to ALT+F then A.
- Configurable Speed Search Keys:
You can configure how Norton Commander interprets the keyboard - as in previous versions of Norton Commander or
as in Windows 95. The new default for speed search is CTRL+ALT. To change your keyboard interpretation, choose
Configuration from the Commands menu. On the Compatibility tab of the Configuration Options dialog, selecting the
<ALT> option changes speed search to work as in previous version of Norton Commander.
- Command History:
CTRL+UP-Arrow and CTRL+DOWN-Arrow offer the ability to go back and forth, selecting commands from the
command line history. These replace the old CTRL+X and CTRL+E keys.
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Q: Why do I get a Sharing Violation error?
A: You may get this error if you tried to perform an operation on a file that is being used by another application.
Q: Why can't I view any files?
A: Norton Commander utilizes the Microsoft Quick View or the Inso Quick View Plus viewer. If neither of these are
installed on your system, Commander will use its own internal text viewer. Consult your Windows 95 Installation Guide,
or see the online help about obtaining Quick View Plus. Also see the end of this document.
Q: How do I remove the NC Scheduler from my taskbar?
A: The NC Scheduler must be shut down first. If you want to turn the NC Scheduler off permanently, choose Shut
Down from the NC Scheduler Options menu.
Q: When I drag an .EXE or .COM file to the other panel, why does it not copy the file?
A: When you drag a single .EXE or .COM file to another location, Windows 95 assumes that you are creating a
shortcut. To copy the files, hold down the CTRL key while dragging files.
Q: Why have I lost my templates in the Filter/Cleanup Filter dialogs?
A: The Norton Commander registry entries have been corrupted somehow. To fix this, shut down Norton Commander
and run the NC.REG file, which is found in the Norton Commander directory. This will restore your Norton
Commander registry back to its default.
Q: Why can't I associate a file extension with more than one application?
A: Norton Commander now only supports one association per extension.
- See Troubleshooting in the online help for additional information on errors you might come across.
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"Setup has found an incomplete installation. This is probably due to installing or uninstalling a
Symantec product without restarting your system. Please reboot your computer to complete the previous installation
before running setup again."
If you see this message, the installation did not complete successfully. This is caused by Setup finding ~SYMINST.EXE
and _SYMINST.BAT in the Windows directory. To complete the installation remove these files from the Windows
directory and restart Setup.
This also applies to the uninstall process.
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Pin layout of the cables:
You must use a Commander Link Cable to link two computers together.
Problems Linking:
If you have problems linking two machines, you should try the following simple method.
- Join two machines using the Commander Link cable (Serial/Parallel).
- Turn the Status bar on.
- From the Commands menu (on both machines), choose Scan for Connection.
- The Status bar will indicate that the machine is scanning.
- When a connection is made the Status bar indicates this with : "Link: LPT#/COM#".
- Once connection has been made, the menu item 'Link' in the Left/Right menu on both machines becomes enabled.
- Select Link from the Left/Right menu and you will see the other machine in that panel.
Problems with Long File Names and the Link:
You can only copy LFNs across the Link if the Target Drive supports them.
Pin layout for serial cables:
9 - 9 Serial | 9 - 25 Serial | 25 - 25 Serial |
2 ======= 3 | 2 ======= 2 | 2 ======== 3 |
3 ======= 2 | 3 ======= 3 | 3 ======== 2 |
4 ======= 6 | 4 ======= 6 | 4 ======== 5 |
5 ======= 5 | 5 ======= 7 | 5 ======== 4 |
6 ======= 4 | 6 ======= 20 | 6 ========20 |
7 ======= 8 | 7 ======= 5 | 7 ======== 7 |
8 ======= 7 | 8 ======= 4 | 20 ======== 6 |
Pin layout for a parallel cable.
1 ======= 7 | 2 ======= 15 | 3 ======= 13 | 4 ======= 12 |
5 ======= 10 | 6 ======= 11 | 7 ======= 1 | 8 ======= 14 |
9 ======= 16 | 10 ======= 5 | 11 ======= 6 | 12 ======= 4 |
13 ======= 3 | 14 ======= 8 | 15 ======= 2 | 16 ======= 9 |
17 ======= 17 | 18 ======= 18 | 19 ======= 19 | 20 ======= 20 |
21 ======= 21 | 22 ======= 22 | 23 ======= 23 | 24 ======= 24 |
25 ======= 25 | | | |
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Symantec is committed to excellent service worldwide. Our goal is to provide you with professional assistance in the use
of our software and services, wherever you are located.
Technical support and customer service solutions vary by country. If you have questions about the services described
below, please refer to the section "Worldwide Service and Support” at the end of this document.
Registering your Symantec product
To register your product, please complete the registration card included with your package. You can also register via
your modem during the installation process if your Symantec software offers this feature.
If your address changes, you can post or fax your new address to the Symantec location nearest to you, attention
Registration Dept.
Technical support
Symantec’s Technical Support department offers various support options designed for your individual needs and to help
you get the most out of your software investment. For support telephone numbers, please see the Service and Support
Center section at the end of this chapter.
StandardCare Support
Designed for customers who need assistance in getting started with their new software. StandardCare Support provides
limited telephone technical support and access to a wealth of automated and on-line services to keep you up-to-date on
the latest information regarding your software. StandardCare is provided at no charge to all registered users of Symantec
software.
For more information on Symantec Support Solutions, including PremiumCare Support, please call our automated fax
retrieval service and request document number 070, or contact customer service at the location nearest to you.
Information can also be found by visiting Symantec on the World Wide Web at www.symantec.com.
Electronic support
Technical information is available through several online services 24 hours a day. All registered Symantec customers
have unlimited access to this information.
World Wide Web and FTP
Symantec’s Internet access provides unlimited access to company and product information. You can access the
Symantec site on the World Wide Web at:
http://www.symantec.com
You can also FTP directly to this site to download technical notes and software patches at:
ftp.symantec.com
CompuServe
You can exchange information and ideas with Symantec representatives and other users of Symantec products in the
Symantec forums on CompuServe.
(GO SYMANTEC) and download the latest software patches. For additional information, data communications settings
or to subscribe, please call CompuServe.
Symantec Bulletin Board Service (BBS)
The Symantec BBS provides a customer service forum, shareware and public domain software, “Frequently Asked
Questions” (FAQs), and a download service for the latest antivirus definitions and software patches. Settings for the
Symantec BBS are: 8 data bits, 1 stop bit; no parity.
Australia (up to 14,400-baud) | +61 (2) 879 6322 |
The Netherlands (up to 14,400-baud) | +31 (71) 535 3169 |
United States (up to14,400-baud) | +1 (541) 984 5366 |
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Automated fax retrieval system
Symantec’s automated fax retrieval system can be used 24 hours a day to receive general product information, upgrade
order forms, and technical notes on your fax machine.
Australia | +61 (2) 817 4550 |
The Netherlands | +31 (71) 535 3255 |
United Kingdom | +44 (1628) 777 435 |
United States | +1 (541) 984 2490 |
Old version support
When a new version of this software is released, registered users will receive upgrade information. Telephone support
will be provided for the previous version for 6 months after the release of the new version. Technical information may
still be available on the electronic services and automated fax retrieval system.
Discontinued product support
When Symantec announces that a product will no longer be marketed or sold, telephone support will be discontinued 60
days later. Support will only be available for discontinued products through services such as our automated fax retrieval
system or through documentation posted on electronic services such as the Symantec BBS, CompuServe or the World
Wide Web.
Customer Service
Symantec’s Customer Service department can assist you with your non-technical questions. Call Customer Service to:
- Order an Upgrade
- Subscribe to the technical support solution of your choice
- Fulfill your request for product literature or demonstration disks
- Find out about dealers and consultants in your area
- Replace missing or defective pieces (disks, manuals etc.) from your package
- Update your product registration with address or name changes
- Worldwide Service and Support
Symantec provides technical support and customer service worldwide. Services vary by country and include
International Partners (IPs) who represent Symantec in regions without a Symantec office. Most IPs provide customer
service and technical support for Symantec products in your local language.
For more information on other Symantec and IP locations, please call our automated fax retrieval service and request
Document 1400.
EUROPE
Symantec Europe Ltd. | Tel: +31 (071) 535 3294 |
Kanaalpark 145 | Fax: +31 (071) 535 3150 |
2321 JV Leiden | |
The Netherlands | |
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English Technical Support | +44 (01628) 592400 |
French Technical Support | +33 1 41 38.45 00 |
German Technical Support | +49 (0211) 991-9500 |
Dutch Technical Support | +31 (71) 524 7260 |
ASIA / PACIFIC RIM
Symantec Australia Pty. Ltd. | Tel: +61 (2) 879 6577 |
408 Victoria Road | Fax: +61 (2) 879 6805 |
Gladesville, NSW 2111 | |
Australia | |
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Technical Support | +61 (2) 879 6577 |
LATIN AMERICA
Symantec Brazil | Tel: +55 (11) 289 9420 |
AV. Irai, 79-1 o.andar - conj 11A | Fax: +55 (11) 287 9824 |
Sao Paulo - SP 04082-020 | |
Brazil | |
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subject to change without notice. Symantec Corporation reserves the right for such change, without prior notice.