PC-PCSHARE
Software Installation and Configuration

• Configuration and Setup
• Server Configuration
• EtherShare
• EtherShare OPI
• PCShare
• Upgrading PCShare Client Software
• Installing PCShare client
• Starting the Server
• Networking Utilities

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Configuration and Setup(Server)

Introduction

AppleTalk is the generic name for a proprietary LAN architecture built into all Apple Macintosh computers and laser printers. On an Ethernet network this protocol is known as EtherTalk. AppleTalk is not compatible with TCP/IP but can coexist with it and other network protocols on the same network cable with no mutual interference. Ethernet is a linear-bus topology network, with all workstations etc. connected to a single cable which has a beginning and an end and is not arranged as a T or a ring.

EtherShare

EtherShare is a software program for AppleTalk networks, it provides server functions for Apple Macintosh and other computers (MS-DOS based) connected together in an AppleTalk network. EtherShare is based on the multiple-tasking/multiple-user features of the UNIX operating system and the RS/6000 platform. EtherShare is closely integrated with some of the more common system facilities and programs in UNIX.

EtherShare-OPI

OPI (Open Press Interface) is an interface specification developed by Aldus Corp. This is an optional add-on for EtherShare which enables you to increase print spooling speed for DTP layouts using large high-resolution images.

PCShare

PCShare is a high-end TCP/IP based file-server, print-server and terminal-server software for MS-DOS computers which are attached to UNIX computers through Ethernet etc. PCShare is compatible with EtherShare allowing MS-DOS and MS-Windows users to share network printers and files with Macintosh and UNIX users.

The EtherShare software can be divided into the following functional modules:

1. AppleTalk Protocol Stack - is responsible for basic AppleTalk network functions including network routing for interconnecting physically separate AppleTalk networks and passing required information between them transparently.

2. The EtherShare File Server -allows access to documents and applications throughout the whole network.

3. The EtherShare Print Server -is a central spooler for print jobs destined for PostScript devices. One or more printers can be connected to EtherShare simultaneously, either through EtherTalk, TCP/IP or connected directly to the RS/6000 host. The Font Server is an integral part of the Print Server

4. The Terminal Server and Ripro Terminal - the Ripro Terminal program allows workstations within the AppleTalk network to make one or more simultaneous connections to one or more UNIX hosts via a terminal emulation with multiple session capability. Ripro Terminal communicates with UNIX through the Terminal server.

5. The Mail Server and Ripro Mail - allow workstations in the AppleTalk network to send electronic mail messages and files to other Macintosh or UNIX users on the network. Ripro Mail communicates with UNIX through the Mail Server.

6. The Administration Server and Ripro Admin - Ripro Admin communicates with EtherShare through the Administration Server. The Administration Server runs on the UNIX host while Ripro Admin runs on the Macintosh. System administrators can use Ripro Admin to configure EtherShare from a Macintosh workstation. It can also be used to set-up regular UNIX users, groups and printers. Regular users can use Ripro Admin to inspect current EtherShare configuration, but only designated personnel can make changes.

Activation Keys

An integral part of open platform software is the necessity for site licensing (to prevent illegal use of the software and to protect the financial interests of the software manufacturer) and activation keys to enable the software to run.

The following procedures cover the setup of the Ripro Server Application, inserting the activation key and configuring the AppleTalk network. These procedures must be executed for each module of the Application (EtherShare, EtherShare OPI and PCShare).

Licensing and Activation Keys Installation

• The Ripro Server stations are supplied pre-loaded with the Application software. Refer to Chapter 3, Configuration and Setup (UNIX), for a description of the installation of the Server Software. The completion of the software installation is executed using demo activation keys supplied by CreoScitex in the event that the base site license is not immediately available.

• A demo activation key is limited for a specified period of time. This is a generic key shipped with each system to enable completion of software installation on-site. Demo keys are also used in specific cases where a change in a machine will change its status vis-a-vis the license (e.g. change in CPU, or purchase of a new software option).

• Permanent activation keys must then be ordered from CreoScitex in accordance with the number of machines to be licensed and other relevant information such as CPU ID etc. Formal ordering procedures are set out by ICS. These keys do not have a time limitation.

• The initial license is known as a base license and covers a minimum of 20 users for EtherShare and EtherShare OPI. For PCShare the minimum base license is 3 users. The base license may be expanded as new users are added to the network. For EtherShare (and EtherShare OPI) each expansion of the base license covers an additional 10 users, whereas for PCShare only five additional user can be added each time.

• For software upgrades new keys are issued and installed according to the procedures set out here.

Server Configuration

To configure the EtherShare Networking Products proceed as follows:

1. Login as root, type in your password and press Enter.
2. At the command prompt type cd /usr/local/es and press Enter.
3. Type ./install.p and press Enter.
4. The Ripro Server Networking Products Installer appears.
   

EtherShare

1. To install EtherShare press Enter to confirm the default selection (1) which is the EtherShare installation. The following EtherShare Installation Menu appears:
   
   NOTE: When selecting an option, press Enter only, if the option numberrequired appears as the default in the type-in space. In all othercases type in the option number and press Enter.
2. Type 1 to install programs and configuration files, or press Enter. The installer will run for a few seconds and then return to the above window.
3. Type 2 to install and configure AppleTalk kernel modules, or press Enter.
4. Type 3 to enter an activation key to license CreoScitex products, or press Enter.
5. Press Enter to reach the EtherShare License Menu
   

NOTE: The machine ID is the number of the CPU and therefore a unique number for each machine.

EtherShare License Menu

The EtherShare License Menu enables you to configure the different aspects of EtherShare as set out in the menu.

To enter a Base License

1. To enter a Base License, type 1 and press Enter. The following screen appears: (this screen is an example only, base licenses do not have an expiration date)
   
2. Type in the license parameters ( software serial number, number of users and checksum), type 5 and press Enter to return to the EtherShare Installation Menu. The license is valid.... message appears before returning to the installation menu.

To enter an user expansion license

1. To enter a Base License, type 2 and press Enter.
2. Type in the license parameters ( software serial number, number of users and checksum), type 5 and press Enter to return to the EtherShare Installation Menu. The license is valid.... message appears before returning to the installation menu.

To display licenses

1. To display the licenses (license numbers and checksums), type 3 and press Enter. The following screen appears:
   
2. Type 5 and press Enter to return to the EtherShare Installation Menu.

To delete a license

Use this option only when absolutely necessary, after consulting CreoScitex.

To Add a Demo User

This option is accessed from the EtherShare Installation Menu:

1. To add a demo user, type 4 at the main menu prompt, and press Enter. The following screen will appear:
   
2. Type y and press Enter to confirm creation of a demo user named macuser.
3. The installer will automatically return to the main menu.

Configure AppleTalk network numbers

1. Type 5 to configure the AppleTalk network, press Enter. The following system message appears:

The terminal type ($TERM) is IBM3151
Enter terminal type <Return> for IBM3151.

2. Press Enter and the AppleTalk Network Setup screen now appears.
   

NOTE: For correct configuration at a customer's site, the Network Start andEnd numbers should be supplied by the Network Administrator. Refer to CreoScitex Doc No.771-39963B Ripro Server Admin Guide.

3. Enter the network configuration numbers. After finishing the AppleTalk configuration, press Ctrl-D twice.
   Write current network configuration to...?
   <Y> and press Enter.
   Press Enter to quit.
4. The program returns to the Networking Products Installer menu.
5. Proceed to configure EtherShare OPI.

EtherShare OPI

1. From the Installer Main Menu, type 2 and press Enter.
   The following system message appears:
   The OPI installation needs to know where the EtherShare has been installed on this system.
   * Location of EtherShare (q to quit) ? [/usr/local/es]
2. Press Enter to confirm the location of EtherShare OPI.
   When you confirm the location of the EtherShare files the EtherShare OPI Installation Menu screen appears:
   
3. Type 1 to install the programs and configuration files or press Enter. The installer will run for a few seconds and then the following message will appear.
   Enter suffixes for the Cyan color [C], Magenta color [M], Yellow color [Y], Black [K]. Press Enter.
4. After you press Enter you return to the EtherShare OPI Installation Menu.
5. Type 2 or press Enter to enter the activation key. The following screen appears, with the system message regarding the EtherShare and OPI serial numbers:
   
6. Enter the serial number received from CreoScitex and then the checksum series. Press Enter to return to the OPI installation menu. (The expiration date is only relevant for demo activation keys). The license is valid.... message appears before returning to the installation menu.
7. Type 4, or press Enter to return to the Installer menu.

PCShare

1. From the Installer Main Menu, type 3 or press Enter.
2. The PCShare Installation Menu screen appears:
3. Type 1 to install the programs and configuration files or press Enter. The installer will run for a few seconds and then the next screen confirms the installation of an automatic PCShare start-up script.
   
4. The PCShare Installation Menu appears.
   
5. Type in 2 to Enter the activation key to license programs, or press Enter. Ensure that you have the full license key
   The PCShare License Menu now appears:
   
6. From the PCShare License Menu select the option you require. Refer to EtherShare License Menu and use the same procedures described there to enter a base license, to enter a user expansion license, to display licenses or to delete a license. Press Enter.
7. Type 5 or press Enter to return to the PCShare Installation Menu.

Configure automatic IP number Assignment

Identifies your TCP/IP configuration, and displays which interface adapter will be used in conjunction with the PCShare software.

1. Type 3 or press Enter to select this option.
   The window that appears lists the configuration for the network interface to which you are currently connected
2. Select OK if you accept this configuration; to change the interface connection you will need to change your TCP/IP setup.
   You now return to the PCShare Installation Menu.

Create a Demo User

This will enable you to create a demo PC User until you create actual users.

1. Type 4 or press Enter to activate this option.
2. Press Enter in answer to the question - to add a demo user and demo user group.
   
3. Type 5 and press Enter , to quit and return to the Ripro Server Networking Products Installer.
4. Type ./start pcshare

Upgrading PCShare Client Software

For Servers with Scitex Ripro Software Ver. 1.2

To upgrade PCShare Client Software .

• PCShare software can be installed on top of earlier existing versions
• PCShare Server Ver 2.0 is backwards compatible, PCShare 2.0 client software is not backwards compatible. It must be installed only after upgrading PCShare server software.

NOTE: You must install PCShare from CreoScitex Ripro Software Version 1.2.
DO NOT use the CD-ROM or diskettes that come with the PCShare documentation kit.

NOTE: The Setver.exe command must not be used with PCShare 2.0. If your config file includesthe following entry it must be deleted:
C:> Setver x:\dir name pcs_odi.exe /d. (x:\dir name is the full path to the Dos directory).

Stopping the PCShare Server

• If the PCShare server is working it must be halted in order to continue to upgrade and/or install new software.
• At the command prompt type :
  /scitex/version/usr/local/pcshare/stop-pcshare and press Enter.
• To start the server when you have completed the installation and configuration, type at the command prompt:
  /scitex/version/usr/local/pcshare/start-pcshare and press Enter.

PCShare and other Networks

• PCShare can be used concurrently with other network software on the same PC, however the sequence of loading drivers is important.
• Refer to PCShare Version 2.0, Technical and Installation Manual, Chapter 15, Coexistence of PCShare and other Networks pages 410-416, if you are already using Novell or other types of Network.
• PCShare creates a Net.cfg file on installation, which must be used by all networks.
• Rename the Net.cfg file (of the existing network ) Net.Old.
• Ensure that the PCShare directory is entered into the path of your autoexec.bat file and that all protocols can access the same Net.cfg file (have the same path).

Installing PCShare client

PCShare client installation is performed using the PCINST installer program. To use PCINST and install PCShare refer to the documentation supplied with the software.
PCShare Version 2.0, Technical and Installation Manual, Chapter 3, Installation.

When you initially install PCShare the order of operations recommended is as follows:

Create PCShare Client Installation Diskette

To make an installation diskette with an image of PCShare Client Software from the CreoScitex Ripro Server Distribution Media CD-ROM Ver.1.2.

1. Insert any 1.44MB diskette (formatting not important) into the floppy disk drive of the Ripro Server.
2. At the command prompt type: $SCI_SCRIPTS/makepc and press Enter.
3. On the screen the following message appears:
   Please insert new diskette to floppy drive and press Enter.
4. Press Enter.
5. At the end of the process,which should only take a few minutes, the following message appears on the screen:
   dd:360+0 records in
   dd:360+0 records out
   PCShare Installation diskette is now ready. You can use it to install PCShare Client.

Installation

1. Verify which Ethernet card you have installed and what settings are configured for this card.

• It is assumed that client hardware (Standard Ethernet board) is successfully installed. If the board is self configuring, PCShare will recognize all relevant parameters.
• For non -self configuring boards the following information must be supplied:

• Board type (should be written on the board)
• Interrupt Request
• I/O Base Address
• DMA Channel
• Base Memory Address

• Refer to documentation supplied with the specific board.

IMPORTANT: Confirm that PCShare on the server has been successfully installed and configured before commencing the following PCShare client installation.

2. Insert PCShare version 2.0 diskette (refer to section 4.2.5 Create PCShare Client Installation Diskette) into your computer. Make sure Windows is closed. At the DOS prompt type: a:\pcinst and press Enter.
   
   NOTE: The diskette contains only a minimum number of files and programs necessary to install PCShare and login to the host. The other PC utilities are made available as soon as the PCShare server connection is established.
   
3. From the Install PCShare menu select the different items to be installed, in the following order:
4. Install PCShare (refer to PCShare Version 2.0, Technical and Installation Manual, Chapter 3, Installation, page 30).
5. Configure Network (refer to PCShare Version 2.0, Technical and Installation Manual, Chapter 3, Installation, page 34). This includes configuring your Ethernet card parameters and your Ethernet port (whether thin Ethernet (10Base-2) or thick Ethernet (10Base-T).
6. Configure TCP/IP (refer to PCShare Version 2.0, Technical and Installation Manual, Chapter 3, Installation, page 39).
7. Configure Terminal and Configure Printers are optional and need not be executed.
8. When these installations are complete, select Exit from the PCShare Install Menu.
9. At the DOS prompt type cd c:\pcshare and Enter, then type startnet and press Enter. This command loads the files required by the ODI driver system. For a successful connection you will receive the following message on the screen: Drive Z: used for volume Public Disk.
10. At the DOS prompt type: a:\pcinst and press Enter.
11. From the Install PCShare menu select Configure Windows 3. (Refer to PCShare Version 2.0, Technical and Installation Manual, Chapter 3, Installation, page 41).
12. When this is complete, select Exit from the PCShare Install Menu.

Configuring PCShare Client

The PCShare Administration can be configured from a PC (DOS) or UNIX workstation, using the PCAdmin application.

To access this application from the Ripro Server.

1. Login as root, type in roots password and press Enter.
2. Type cd /usr/local/pcshare and press Enter.
3. Type ./pcadmin and press Enter.

To access this application from the PC

1. From the PC, login to the server as root using PCLogin.
2. At the DOS prompt type: PCADMIN and press Enter. You will be prompted to type in roots password.
   The PCAdmin main menu appears. (Refer to PCShare Version 2.0, Technical and Installation Manual, Chapter 7, Administering PCShare).
3. Select Configure Users (to add, change or delete users) and follow the reference manual to configure the users.
4. When you have completed defining all user parameters, return to the main menu.
   
5. Select Export Volumes. Exporting Volumes enables PCShare users to access dataVolumes (UNIX directories), follow the reference manual to define volumes for export. Ensure that you select the Close option for each volume you select.
   
6. Select Export Printers, select New Printers and then select the printer from the network. Refer to PCShare Version 2.0, Technical and Installation Manual, Chapter 7, Administering PCShare, for further information on printer configuration.
7. After you have completed the Export Printers you can now begin working with PCShare, without configuring other items in the menu. These can be configured when needed.
8. To exit PCAdmin, select Quit from the main menu.

PCShare Chooser for Windows

PCShare Chooser is a Windows tool that allows you to choose and then mount PCShare network volumes and to make them available to your PC.

You can set up the PCShare program group PCShare Tools where you will have access to the PCShare Chooser.

Select PCShare Chooser, which has shortcut buttons, for executing the main chooser functions.

Refer to PCShare Version 2.0, Technical and Installation Manual, Chapter 4, Accessing Network drives and Printers from Windows, pages 53-64.

Starting the Server

Ethershare, Ethershare OPI and PCShare will start automatically when the server is rebooted.

• To start the server after configuration, from the Networking Products Installer type 4 Start Server and press Enter.

Networking Utilities

Display Zones

To display the AppleShare zones in the network.

• From the Ripro Server Networking Products Installer menu, type 6 press Enter to display the AppleShare zones.
  

Display Network

To display the AppleShare Network

• From the Ripro Server Networking Products Installer menu, type 7 or press Enter to display the AppleShare network.
  
  This window displays all AppleShare devices configured on the network and their IP addresses.
• At the Ripro Server Networking Products Installer menu type 9 and press Enter to quit.