The AppleShare IP 5.0.3 Updater provides a convenient, easy way for AppleShare IP 5.0.2 customers to upgrade to AppleShare IP version 5.0.3. This updater is available for download from the AppleShare IP web site at http://www.apple.com/appleshareip.
AppleShare IP 5.0.3 provides support for G3 systems and MacOS 8.1. In addition, a number of bug fixes since version 5.0.2 are included:
• The AppleShare IP Web and File Server 5.0.3 includes a fix for instances where the web server would crash when restarting the system under heavy load.
• The AppleShare IP Web and File Server 5.0.3 includes a fix for instances where HTTP KeepAlive sessions were not always properly timed-out by the server.
• The AppleShare IP 5.0.3 Mail Server provides a fix for a problem where delivery of remote mail was delayed under some circumstances. The length and duration of the delay would depend upon the complexity of your TCP/IP network and the load on the AppleShare IP Mail Server.
• The AppleShare IP Print Server 5.0.3 fixes a network time-out problem. This bug was causing random print jobs to not be printed, mostly on non-Apple printers.
• The AppleShare IP Print Server 5.0.3 includes a fix for instances where print jobs were sometimes "dropped" on busy servers.
• The AppleShare IP Print Server 5.0.3 provides better compatibility with PostScript files generated by applications other than Apple laser printers. This fixes problems with printing from many graphics applications.
The AppleShare IP 5.0.3 Updater can only be installed on the following releases: AppleShare IP 5.0.2 Updater, AppleShare IP 5.0.2 Update CD, or the AppleShare IP 5.0.2 rev B patch. If you are running previous releases of AppleShare IP, please refer to the AppleShare IP web site at http://www.apple.com/appleshareip for instructions on obtaining AppleShare IP 5.0.2.
Requirements for Running AppleShare IP 5.0.3
• CPU: Any Apple Power Macintosh computer or Macintosh Server with a PowerPC™ G3, 604e, 604, or 601 microprocessor.
• RAM: 32 MB of memory with virtual memory turned on; 48 MB with virtual memory turned off. More memory may be needed if you are using one or more web server plug-ins.
• System Software: MacOS 8.0 or later; MacOS 8.1 recommended.
Installing the AppleShare IP 5.0.3 Updater
The AppleShare IP 5.0.3 Updater can only upgrade AppleShare IP 5.0.2 systems. In order to install AppleShare IP 5.0.3, you must have previously installed the AppleShare IP 5.0.2 Updater, the AppleShare IP 5.0.2 Update CD, or the AppleShare IP 5.0.2 rev B patch. For further information about obtaining AppleShare IP 5.0.2 please see the AppleShare IP web site at http://www.apple.com/appleshareip.
The AppleShare IP 5.0.3 Updater consists of three updaters: one for the Web & File server, one for the Mail server, and one for the Print server. In order to install AppleShare IP 5.0.3 you must run each updater and restart your system. Follow the instructions below to upgrade to AppleShare IP 5.0.3.
1. Download and extract the AppleShare IP 5.0.3 Updater Package.
2. Quit all of the AppleShare IP Servers.
3. Run the ASIP Web & File 5.0.3 Updater: The ASIP Web & File 5.0.3 Updater is an application that you open in the Finder (by double clicking on the file). When this application is run it will find version 5.0.2 of the "AppleShare IP Web & File" file on your local hard drives. Choose the "AppleShare IP Web & File" file present in the Extensions folder of your active System Folder. Click the "Update" button.
4. Run the ASIP 5.0.3 Mail Updater: The ASIP 5.0.3 Mail Updater is an application that you open in the Finder (by double clicking on the file). When this application is run it will find version 5.0.2 of the "AppleShare IP Mail Server" file on your local hard drives. Choose the "AppleShare IP Mail Server" present in the Extensions folder of your active System Folder. Click the "Update" button.
5. Run the Print 5.0.3 Updater: The Print 5.0.3 Updater is an application that you open in the Finder (by double clicking on the file). When this application is run it will find version 5.0.2 of the "AppleShare IP Print Server" file on your local hard drives. Choose the "AppleShare IP Print Server" present in the Extensions folder of your active System Folder. Click the "Update" button.
6. After running the Updaters restart your Macintosh and relaunch the AppleShare IP Servers.
7. The installation process is now complete. You are now running the AppleShare IP 5.0.3 servers.
8. If you would like to verify that the update has been completed, go to the Finder and open the Extensions folder of your active System Folder. Select the following three files in the Finder:
- AppleShare IP Mail Server
- AppleShare IP Print Server
- AppleShare IP Web & File
Now select Get Info from the File menu of the Finder. Look at the Version field for each file's information window. All versions should now be 5.0.3.
Known Issues
MacOS 8.1
• When sharing a CD ROM disc from a server which is running MacOS 8.1, clients may encounter errors when accessing the files on the CD. If it is necessary to share CD ROM discs from your server, you may avoid the problem by copying the contents of the CD to a large hard drive, or by continuing to use MacOS 8.0 on the server until a MacOS 8.1 fix is available. The version of MacOS which runs on the client does not affect this problem. For additional information, please contact Apple Technical Support 1-800-500-7078 or check the Apple Support web site at http://www.apple.com/support.
Support Information
Telephone Support
In the United States, if you have questions about AppleShare IP 5.0.3 that are not answered by the AppleShare IP Administrator’s Manual or Apple Guide, call the Apple Assistance Center at 1-800-500-7078 during telephone support hours (Monday through Friday, 6 am to 6 pm Pacific time). When prompted, enter the support access number provided on the back of your Apple Support Card and follow the instructions.
If you are located outside of the United States, refer to the support information that came with your AppleShare IP 5.0.2 software for instructions.
Web Site
If you have an Internet connection, check the Apple Support Information Web site at http://www.apple.com/support and the AppleShare IP Web site at http://www.apple.com/appleshareip for tips, solutions to problems, or any updates that may become available after the release of the software.
AppleShare IP Mailing List
To receive information about software updates, you are cordially invited to join the AppleShare IP mailing list. By joining the mailing list, you will also have the opportunity to share your experiences, questions, and comments with others using the software. Apple employees monitor the list, but Apple does not guarantee that all questions directed to this list will be answered. For more information about the mailing list, see the AppleShare IP Web site at http://www.apple.com/appleshareip.
