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SYSTEM SHUTDOWN VERSION 1.3 and 1.3S README FILE.
DESCRIPTION
===========
This program is designed to shutdown Windows 95 and Windows NT. It
uses command line switches to control the program functions. This
approach was chosen to allow the program to be used with command
schedulers (such as Microsoft's System Agent) and desktop
shortcuts without further operator action. This allows this system
to shutdown at a predetermined time without the need for a person
to initiate the action. This program was first written to shutdown
my computer at night after the scheduled virus and disk scans.
The S version is identical to the 1.3 version except it does not
contain the VB runtime libraries and it does not have a setup
program.
LICENSE AGREEMENT
=================
This program is released as freeware; however, it is not public
domain. This means that you are allowed to do the following:
1. Use the program on as many computers as you wish. There is no
restriction for personal or business use.
2. Give this program to anyone you wish as long as all of the
files are provided, including this Readme file.
3. Upload this file to Bulletin Board Systems or otherwise make it
available on FTP, Telnet, World Wide Web sites, etc.
The following is specifically not permitted:
1. Selling this program or charging for the use of this programs.
Charging of normally collected on-line charges is permitted as
long as the charge is based on connect time and not file
downloads (time, bytes or files).
2. Attempting to market this program as the property of you or
your company.
3. Bundling this software with other software packages for sale
without specific written permission from the author.
The source code for this application is available, however it is
covered by a different license agreement. Contact the author for
further details. Since this is such a small program there is no
charge for the source code unless you want me to send you a disk.
If you do not agree with this license agreement or the limitation
of liability below, you must delete the software from your system
and discontinue its use.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
=======================
THIS PROGRAM IS PROVIDED AS IS AND WITHOUT WARRANTY. THIS FILE WAS
ORIGINALLY POSTED VIRUS FREE; HOWEVER, SINCE I HAVE NO CONTROL OF
THIS PROGRAM ONCE IT IS POSTED ON OTHER SERVICES I ASSUME NO
LIABILITY FOR VIRUS PROBLEMS YOU MAY EXPERIENCE.
Basically, you got it for free. If you don't like it you can have
your money back ; - )
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
===================
This is a 32-bit application and is designed to run on Windows 95
or Windows NT version 3.51 or later. When run on Windows NT the
shutdown-warning screen does not remain on screen very long.
1.3S version note: You must have a copy of the Visual Basic 4.0
runtime library (VB40032.DLL) on your system to run this program.
If you do not currently have this file, it is available for download
from various sources. You may also download SYSSD13.ZIP. This
version includes all of the VB runtime libraries as well as a setup
program for this utility.
PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT THE AUTHOR TO REQUEST THE VB RUNTIME LIBRARY
FILES.
INSTALLATION
============
Version 1.3
-----------
1. If you are replacing a previous version of this application,
remove the previous installation first. See the removing the
application section for instructions.
2. Unzip the zip file into a temporary directory and run
setup.exe. Follow the directions. They should be relatively
straightforward.
3. Create icons for the application on your start menu. See the
list of the command line switches below.
Version 1.3S
------------
1. This version of this program does not have a setup program.
Copy the distribution files into a directory and create shortcuts
as described below.
COMMAND LINE SWITCHES
=====================
These switches are used to control the program functions:
/F - Force the operation - Applications will be closed without
prompting to save files, and you will not be prompted to
disconnect users connected to a network.
WARNING: UNSAVED FILES WILL BE LOST. BE SURE TO SAVE YOUR WORK
BEFORE USING THIS COMMAND LINE SWITCH. THERE IS NO WAY TO RECOVER
FILES LOST DUE TO IMPROPER USE OF THIS SWITCH. USE THIS AT YOUR
OWN RISK.
/L - Logoff - Logs off the current user. The system will present a
login dialog box.
/P - Power-off - Shuts off the power to your system. Your system
must support this function; otherwise it will simply shut
down Windows 95.
/R - Reboot - Reboots your system.
/S - Shutdown - Shuts down Windows. On some systems with advanced
power management it will also power off your machine.
/# - Where # is a number between 0 and 60 - Time to delay before
starting the specified action. The shutdown can be canceled
during this time. If it is set to 0 or left blank, the action
will start immediately and can not be cancelled.
/? - Provides a help screen that lists the switches. The System
will not be shut down or restarted using this option.
Note: If sd-sys.exe is run without command line switches it
defaults to Reboot.
CREATING A SHORTCUT
===================
To create a new shortcut, perform the following steps:
1. Click on start, Settings and then Taskbar...
2. Click the Add button.
3. In the next dialog, specify the command line, including the
switches. You can use the browse button to help locate the
program file. The command line switches belong outside of the
quotes on the command line. The line would look something like
this: "C:\Program Files\System Shutdown\sd-sys.exe" /L. Then
click on the next button.
4. Select the folder that should include the shortcut. The start
menu is a good place for this so it will show when you click on
the start button. Then click on Next.
5. Select a name for the shortcut and then click on Finish.
REMOVING THE APPLICATION
========================
Version 1.3
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To remove the program, follow these steps:
1. Click on the Start button, select Settings and then select
Control Panel.
2. In control panel, double click on Add/Remove Programs.
3. On the Install/Uninstall tab, select System Shutdown in the
list of programs.
4. Click on the Add/Remove button.
5. In the Application Removal dialog, click the Yes button.
6. You will need to remove any shortcuts you created.
Version 1.3S
------------
To remove the program, follow these steps:
1. Remove any shortcuts you created.
2. Delete sd-sys.exe and readme.txt
SUPPORT
=======
Bug reports can be sent to davidmi@wolfenet.com or via US Mail to:
David C. Miller 2911 Cedar Ave South
Renton, WA 98055-5079
I will try to respond to requests for help. However since this is
a free program it is not real high on my priority list.
Thank you! David C. Miller
Feel free to take a look at our web page. It is located at:
http://www.wolfenet.com/~davidmi
PS. If you feel you must pay something for this application send
$5.00 to your local animal shelter.
VERSION HISTORY
===============
1.0 Original program release.
1.1 Corrected a grammatical error and missing message when the
program was run with out a command line switch.
1.2 Corrected a misspelling on the help splash screen.
1.3 Added code to allow the program to properly shutdown Windows
NT. Added a switch that allows a delay time and the ability to
cancel the shutdown. Modified the readme file to be more
descriptive.
1.3S Smaller version that only includes the executable and readme
file. The executable file is identical. This version does not
include a setup routine.