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                      ---- Ring Router v2.0 for DOS ----
                              DOCUMENTATION FILE
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          IF YOU ARE USING DISTINCTIVE RING PLEASE READ THIS FILE!
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     1. Basic commands in the Ring Router (RING.EXE) program.

        ESC  :  This command will escape from the Ring Router program.
        ALT-C:  This command will clear the modem window of all current
                test, such as the modem initialization string and the
                rings that have been received.
        ALT-H:  This command will bring up the help menu with a basic
                command list.
        ALT-J:  This command will load a DOS shell.  This method is not
                recommended for programs that require large amounts of
                conventional memory due to the fact that the Ring Router
                will not attempt to swap to disk.
        ALT-L:  This command will enable a keyboard lock so that nobody
                will be able to disturb the proper functioning of the Ring
                Router.  It also works GREAT to keep cats from ending the
                program when they decide to walk on the keyboard!;)
        ALT-Z:  This command will tell the Ring Router to exit as it would
                if it had detected the type of ring you chose for it to exit
                on.  This is a handy way to test out your batch files without
                having to wait for someone to call your computer.


     2. Options for the Ring Router configuration (RINGCFG.EXE) program.

        System > Info
                In this section, you should fill in the system operators
                name, the bulletin board name, and a destination for your
                log file.

        System > ErrorLevels
                This section is where you will enter the errorlevels you
                would like to set for three different actions, a normal exit
                (ESC key pressed), a desired type of ring received, or a fatal
                error.

        System > Display
                A screen saver may be set if one is desired..  It will
                comprise of a simple blanking out of the screen when the set
                time of inactivity has been reached.  The modem status window
                may also be cleared at a specific interval (Operates the same
                as pressing ALT-C).

        System > Events
                Currently up to four events may be set up at a specified time
                to exit with the specified errorlevel so that you may schedule
                maintanence tasks to be completed.

        Modem > General
                Two communications ports are currently supported, choose the
                one that matches your modem.  The speed setting should work
                fine with most modems when it is set at 2400.  If you have a
                faster modem, don't worry becuase it won't permanently change
                your modem speed.  The last setting is the modem
                initialization string setting.  Your modem will be reset using
                this string.

            <*> The ENABLE DISTINCTIVE RING setting is VERY important if you
                want to allow the program to ONLY answer distinctive
                (selective) rings when it receives them.  If this box is
                unchecked then the program will answer ONLY those rings that
                are NOT distinctive (selective) rings.

        Help > About
                Description of the current version number and copyright
                information of the program.


     3. Incompatible modems.

               The only modems known to be incompatible with this software
        are those manufactured by Zoltrix.  To do a simple test that may
        tell you if your modem is also affected by this incompatibility
        problem, type the following at your DOS prompt:  "ECHO AT > COM1".
        Replacing COM1 with the communications port of your modem.  If it
        gives you an error then your modem will probably not work properly
        with this software.
               If you own a modem other than a Zoltrix and your modem does not
        function properly then please notify me of this.;)



     4. And now the legal stuff...

               This software and accompanying written materials (including
        instructions for use) are provided "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY
        KIND.  Further, I do NOT warrant, guarantee, or make any
        representations regarding the use, or the results of use, of the
        software or written materials in terms of correctness, accuracy,
        reliability, currentness, or otherwise.  The entire risk as to the
        results and performance of the software is assumed by you.  If the
        software or written materials are defective - you, and not myself, or
        any dealers, distributors, or agents, assume the entire cost of all
        necessary servicing, repair, or correction.

               Neither I nor anyone else who has been involved in the delivery
        of this software shall be liable for any direct, indirect,
        consequential or incidental damages (including damages for loss of
        business profits, loss of business information, business interruption,
        and the like) arising out of the use or inability to use such product,
        even if I have been advised of the possibility of such damages.