----------------------------------- Details 3.02 - Readme AEC Software, Inc. April 2000 ----------------------------------- (If viewing this file in Windows Notepad, choose WordWrap from the Edit menu and size the window so that the dashed lines at the top of this document fit on one line. To print this document, from the File menu choose Print or open it in another word processor.) IMPORTANT: Turn off automatic virus checking and close all applications before installing. System Requirements ----------------------------------- To run Details 3.02 for Windows you need: - a personal computer with a 80386/DX processor (or higher) - Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows 98, Windows 95, or Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 - 4 MB of Random Access Memory (RAM) - 10 MB or more of free hard disk space - a monitor supported by your operating system - a mouse supported by your operating system - any printer with extended device mode drivers (made for Windows applications); PCL printers require at least 1MB of memory. To run Details 3.02 for Macintosh you need: - a Power PC 601 (or higher) - 4 MB or more of application Random Access Memory (RAM) - 10 MB or more of free hard disk space - Macintosh System Software version 8.1 (or later) - a monitor supported by your operating system - a mouse supported by your operating system - any printer with a Chooser-level driver Before Installing ----------------------------------- If you have version 2.x of Details installed on your computer, before installing version 3.02, do the following- Windows: 1. Files should not be saved and stored in the Program Files > Aec Software directory. If you have files saved there, move them to another location. 2. From the Start Menu, choose Settings, and select Control Panel. 3. In the Control Panel, select Add/Remove Programs. 4. In the Add/Remove Programs Properties dialog, select Details 2.0 from the list of programs. 5. Click the now active Add/Remove... button. 6. In the Confirm File Deletion message box, click Yes. Macintosh: 1. If you have any files saved in the Details 2.0 application folder, move them to another location. 2. Go to the location to which you have installed Details 2.0 and delete the entire Details 2.0 folder. Installing ----------------------------------- As with any software installation, turn off automatic virus checking and close all applications before installing. To install Details 3.02 for Windows: From CD-ROM- 1. Insert the Details CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Wait for a dialog to appear automatically. 3. Click the "Install Details" button. 4. Follow the instructions on screen. From floppy disk- 1. Insert Disk 1 into your floppy drive. 2. From the Start menu, choose Run. 3. Type "a:setup.exe" and click OK. (Substitute the letter of your floppy drive, such as "b:setup"). 4. Follow the instructions on screen. To install Details 3.02 for Macintosh: From CD-ROM- 1. Insert the Details CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Double-click the "Details" icon when it appears on your desktop. 3. Double-click the "Details Install" icon to run the installer. 4. Follow the instructions on screen. From floppy disk- 1. Insert Disk 1 into the floppy drive. 2. Double-click the "Details Install" icon to run the installer. 3. Follow the instructions on screen. Installing on a Network ----------------------------------- NOTE: If you have a Server Version License of the Software, you may install the Software on the temporary memory, hard disk drive, or other storage device of a single computer which is accessible by multiple computers, such as a network server. You may not, without written permission from AEC Software use a single user license on a network in a server configuration; You may not, without written permission from AEC Software use multiple single user licenses in conjunction with license metering software without first receiving written permission and paying the appropriate Server Version License fee to AEC Software. To install Details 3.02 for Windows on a Network: 1. Log in as the System Administrator (or its equivalent) for your network. 2. Connect to the destination server or Shared Directory/Folder where you wish Details to be installed. 3. Follow the directions provided above to run the installer. 4. Follow the instructions on screen to navigate to the desired directory and install Details 3.02. Once installation is complete, the network administrator needs to: 1. Set the application to sharable. Consult your network operating system documentation for the specifics of this procedure, as it varies from network to network. 2. Confirm that the AppData directory, located in the Details 3.02 folder has Read-Write privileges. Consult your network operating system documentation for the specifics of this procedure, as it varies from network to network. To install Details 3.02 for Macintosh on a Network: 1. Log in as the System Administrator (or its equivalent) for your network. 2. Connect to the destination server or Shared Directory/Folder where you wish Details to be installed. 3. Follow the directions provided above to run the installer. 4. Follow the instructions on screen to navigate to the desired directory and install Details 3.02. Once installation is complete, the network administrator needs to: 1. Set the Details and the QuickHelp applications to sharable. Consult your network operating system documentation for the specifics of this procedure, as it varies from network to network. 2. Confirm that the AppData folder, located in the Details 3.02 folder has Read-Write privileges. Consult your network operating system documentation for the specifics of this procedure, as it varies from network to network. NOTE: There are known incompatibilities with KeyConfigure, a component of KeyServer. The makers of KeyServer, Sassafras Software, have made available a new version of KeyConfigure, Version 4.2.0.5, which addresses these incompatibilities. Users of KeyConfigure version 4.2.X.X can download this version from "ftp://ftp.sassafras.com/ftp/pub/software" or contact Sassafras Software at (603)643-3351. Demo & Full Application ----------------------------------- When you install Details 3.02, you are installing both the fully enabled application and the Demo version. The demo version is a two (2) user network version whose only limitation is not allowing you to enter more than 10 records in a file. You can install it on your computer or on a server or shared directory/folder. -If you have purchased the a license for the program, enter the Serial # found on the box, the envelope containing the CD-ROM, the registration card, and the back cover of the manual when asked to do so. This will enable all features for Details 3.02. -If you have received the program as a demonstration version, no Serial # will be provided and you should instead type "Demo" when asked to enter the Serial #. This gives you all the power and flexibility of the full Details--the only thing you cannot do is enter more than 10 records in a file. If after evaluating the demo, you would like to purchase the program, contact our Sales Department at (800)346-9413, (703)450-1980, or www.aecsoft.com to receive a Serial #. To convert the Demo version into a fully enabled program, open the About Details dialog and click the "Enable..." button. Enter your new Serial # when asked to do so, click OK, and you now have a fully enabled copy of Details. Required Printer & Video Drivers for Windows 2000, Windows 98, Windows 95, and Windows NT 4.0 ----------------------------------- Details for Windows was designed as a full 32-bit product for Windows. Many printer manufacturers and video manufacturers need to provide updated drivers for the Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, and Windows NT 4.0 environments. Some have been more prompt than others in addressing these issues. As this is a world-wide issue, users should check with the manufacturers of their printers and video drivers for these environments. A convenient way to do so is to check the manufacturer's internet web site for updated drivers, as most manufacturers now make these updated drivers available free of charge. What's New in 3.02? --------------------------- Details 3.02 is a minor revision that addresses some unexpected behavior and minor bug fixes. Enhancements · Addressed glitches in Unicode functionality on Macintosh computers. Bug Fixes · Miscellaneous minor errata. Contacting AEC Software, Inc. ----------------------------------- Phone Hours: 8:00AM - 5:00PM, Eastern Time, USA - To get help with the program, call our technical support staff at (703)450-2318 - To fax us information, use (703)450-9786 - To visit our web site (for late breaking info, downloadable examples, and free program updates), our address is: http://www.aecsoft.com - To contact us via e-mail: Sales - sales@aecsoft.com Technical Support - support@aecsoft.com Program Comments & Feedback - feedback@aecsoft.com Customer Service - service@aecsoft.com [DTLS3.02-041100.1] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- (c) Copyright AEC Software, Inc. 2000