TECHNICAL BULLETIN #115 Rev 1.10 (9/06/96)

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TITLE   : Using WinLink
PRODUCT : Procomm plus 4.x, 3.x
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WinLink is a DATASTORM provided script that enhances the communication
capability of your computer system.  Using WinLink, a user can establish a
virtual connection to another computer with full access to all directories and
files.  The functional user interface makes file transfers between two
computers running Procomm plus simple and efficient.

ADVANTAGES OF USING WINLINK

WinLink is designed specifically to make file transfers between two computers
easy and practical.  The main advantage of using WinLink versus Procomm plus'
Host mode or other communication packages is that users do not have to concern
themselves with terminal emulations or line settings.  When WinLink is
running, Procomm plus will automatically adjust its communication settings for
the WinLink session.  Another advantage in using WinLink is security.  The
only users that will have access to your system will be those who have the
password to the WinLink server.  And perhaps the greatest advantage of using
WinLink is the ease of conducting file transfers.  If you are comfortable
using Windows File Manager to copy and manipulate files on your hard drive,
you will easily be able to copy files from one computer to the other with a
click of the mouse.

FIRST TIME RUNNING WINLINK

To run the WinLink script, simply select WinLink from the Script File rapid
start list on the Action Bar. When you launch the WinLink script, a control
window will appear and ask you to run WinLink in Client mode, Server mode, or
to execute the Setup utility.  At this point, choosing any of the three
options will immediately start the Setup utility, which must be configured
before entering Client or Server mode.

WINLINK'S SETUP UTILITY

The Setup utility is quick simple to configure.  You will only have to choose
the connection method (modem or direct connect) and a password.  To choose
which connection method you need, simply click the button next to Choice.  If
you will be accessing a remote computer over the telephone system, choose
modem as your connection.  If you will be using WinLink to transfer files
between two computers connected serially, choose Direct Connect.  Once you
have chosen your method of connection, you will set a password. This password
will allow you to access the remote computer.  The remote computer must also
be set up with the same password for access.  The password field will accept
alpha-numeric input with a maximum of eleven characters.  When the connection
method and password field are complete, click OK and the configurations will
be automatically saved

RUNNING WINLINK CLIENT

Running WinLink in Client mode enables Procomm plus to place a call and
connect to the remote computer.  When WinLink is launched, first select the
Client option then follow with OK.  WinLink will display a list of dialing
entries that are currently stored in the Connection Directory.  You can also
load a different Connection Directory file by clicking on Change Connection
Directory.  WinLink displays a standard file selection dialog; simply
highlight the directory file you want and click OK.  If you want to dial a
number that does not appear in the Connection Directory, click on Manual Dial
and enter the number.  Once you have dialed and connected, the Client attempts
to attach to the Server.  When you launch the WinLink Client over a direct
connection, the Client attempts to attach to the Server immediately.  Once the
Client is connected, the password stored in Setup will be transmitted
automatically to the remote computer.  When the password is verified, Procomm
Plus will allow access.

RUNNING WINLINK SERVER

Running WinLink in Server mode instructs Procomm plus to wait for an incoming
call or connection.  When WinLink detects an incoming call, it will establish
a connection then wait for the remote system to transmit the password.  After
the password is received and verified, the remote computer will have complete
access to all directories and files.  You can click on Abort at any time to
terminate the WinLink Server and return to the Terminal window.  If a Client
is connected by modem, the Server will also hang up the phone line
automatically.

THE CLIENT ON-LINE

Once the Client has successfully attached to the Server, it displays its main
dialog.  The WinLink Client main dialog features a convenient "point and
click" interface, consisting of two groups of similar list boxes and buttons.
The controls in the Local-Client group apply to the drives, directories, and
files on the Client system; the Remote-Server controls apply to the Server's.
Except for the Local-Client's Execute button, the two groups of controls
function identically.  At this time, a user can copy files from one computer
to the other.

On-line help for specific WinLink operations is available by simply clicking
the HELP button.  When file transfers are complete, selecting or clicking on
the QUIT button will disconnect Procomm plus and release the telephone line or
direct connection.

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