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This README file accompanies the PTFIX.NLM patch file for NetWare 386
v3.10 Rev A. The following files are included for this patch:
PTFIX NLM 1932 12-05-90 9:18a
PATCHMAN NLM 4174 10-29-90 12:51p
PATCHMAN DOC 3300 11-01-90 1:22p
PTFIX 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
that would cause the server to ABEND with the following message:
"Abend: PurgeTrustee found an entry it couldn't deal with."
Unlike previous patches, the SERVER.EXE file is never modified by this patch.
PTFIX.NLM patches the Operating System in memory, not on the disk. This
means that PTFIX must be loaded each time before any "fixes" take effect.
It is recommended that the command "LOAD PTFIX" be placed in the server's
AUTOEXEC.NCF file to ensure that the patch is always in effect when the
server is initially brought up.
Since it is an NLM, PTFIX can be loaded and unloaded without ever having to
bring the server down. Once loaded, the Operating System is patched and
ready to go. Unloading PTFIX will restore the Operating System to its
original "un-patched" state.
Like all NLM-type patches, PTFIX requires the Patch Manager (PATCHMAN.NLM)
to be loaded before it can be loaded. If PATCHMAN is not already loaded,
PTFIX will attempt to locate PATCHMAN and load it automatically if found.
PATCHMAN only needs to be loaded once. All other patches can load once
PATCHMAN is 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 install PTFIX, simply place the PTFIX.NLM file in the same directory as
the other NLM files (SYS:SYSTEM or DOS partition) and type "LOAD PTFIX".
Once the patch has loaded, all changes are in effect until PTFIX is unloaded.
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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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