Includes Manager 4.0 and a system folder. For the full set of
utilities see "DataFrame Utilities 8.0".

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408/245-0646 Technical Support
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???? DataFrame Release Notes
3/20/89

Thank you for your purchase of a SuperMac DataFrame storage system.
Your new DataFrame includes a set of standard software for disk
management, data security, DiskFit backup and printer management. This
file gives a brief overview of the software.

The Manager program (version 4.0) is present on the DataFrame System
Software diskette included with your DataFrame. Copy it onto your
DataFrame if it is not already present. Manager 4.0 includes several
significant enhancements over previous versions of the Manager
program. New features of the Manager are highlighted below and fully
explained in the DataFrame Users Manual. All features of Manager 4.0
work on all current and previous DataFrame models.

The DataFrame Utility software includes:

? Manager version 4.0

? DiskFit version 1.5df
Creates an efficient backup copy of your data called a SmartSet?.
Updates any changes quickly and easily.

? SuperLaserSpool version 2.0df
Keeps you productive when printing. Captures or 'spools' the printer
output to a file on the DataFrame and prints to an Apple� LaserWriter?
or ImageWriter? printer in the background while you continue to work.

? SuperSpool version 5.0df
Performs the same functions as SuperLaserSpool, but is optimized for
an Apple direct-connect ImageWriter printer.

The DataFrame Utility Software diskette is also provided as a backup
copy of the utility programs. Each of these programs is locked to only
run on a Macintosh with a DataFrame connected (and turned on). They
are not copy protected. The unlocked versions of these software
bestsellers - as well as other SuperMac programs - are available
through your SuperMac Authorized Dealer. Please note that the
Sentinel? encryption program is no longer included with the DataFrame
Utility software now that automatic DES encryption is built into the
DataFrame driver software.

The operation of each of the DataFrame Utility programs is described
in the DataFrame Users manual. If you have a problem or question not
covered in the manual, consult your SuperMac Authorized Dealer or
contact SuperMac Technical Support. SuperMac Technical Support may be
reached by phone at 408/245-0646 or by leaving a message on
CompuServe, GEnie, Connect MacNet or the SuperMac BBS.

Also present on your DataFrame is a relatively complete set of Apple
System Tools 6.0.3 with printer drivers for Apple ImageWriter and
LaserWriter printers. If you have a different printer, or if your
system needs special files such as AppleShare, obtain a current set of
Apple System Tools from your dealer and use Apple's Installer program
to install needed system files into the System Folder on the
DataFrame.

??? USING THE MANAGER

The Manager program performs several important disk management
functions including:

? Changing the SCSI ID
? Creating Drawers
? Setting Passwords
? Setting DES Protection (U.S. and Canada only)
? Locking (Write Protecting) Drawers
? Initializing the DataFrame
? Testing the operation of the DataFrame

These are described briefly below. A full explanation of these
functions is found in the DataFrame Users Manual.

?? Changing the SCSI ID

Each device connected to the SCSI port on the back of the Macintosh
must have a unique ID or address numbered from 0 to 6. If two devices
are set to the same address, neither will work. External DataFrames
are set at the factory to ID 4 and internal DataFrames are set to ID
0. Unlike other SCSI devices that set the SCSI ID with switches, the
DataFrame Manager sets the SCSI ID completely through software. Now
with Manager 4.0 you can change the ID of a DataFrame even when it is
in use.

To change the SCSI ID, run the Manager program and click on the Set ID
button. A screen will appear allowing you to select a new ID by
clicking on the new number or by dragging. Depending on the specific
drive model, the ID change will take affect immediately or after the
DataFrame is powered down. (The Set ID screen will tell you if you
must power down to take effect.) Remember, always turn off the power
to all devices before connecting any SCSI cables.

?? Creating Drawers/Setting Protection levels

Your DataFrame must be reinitialized to create Drawers. Once the
DataFrame is set up for Drawers, Drawers may be added and removed as
desired. DataFrame Drawers are true SCSI partitions compatible with
all Apple guidelines and software. To be compatible, they must be hard
partitions. This means that once a drawer is created its size cannot
be changed. It can be removed and a Drawer of a different size created
in the available space. You should thus anticipate your needs as best
as possible when first creating Drawers. It is okay to leave extra
free space to create new drawers later.

Be sure to completely back up all information stored on the DataFrame
with DiskFit before initializing as initializing erases all data.
After the Manager has completed reinitializing and verifying the
DataFrame, the choice is presented to format for Drawers or to use as
a standard disk. Choose Drawers. The Drawer control box is then
brought up where an initial Drawer is tentatively sized at one-third
of the total disk capacity as shown on the Drawer wheel. It can be
resized by dragging its handle. Add additional Drawers by choosing Add
Drawer from the Drawers menu. Each Drawer is shown on the Drawer wheel
and in the Drawer list box.

To select options for each Drawer, double-click on the the Drawer's
wedge in the Drawer wheel or its entry in the Drawer list box. The
Drawer Info box appears. You can set several options including
protection level. The exact size may be entered in kilobytes.

If DES Protection (automatic data encryption) is desired, it must be
specified when the Drawer is created. Ordinary Passwords can be turned
on or off later.

If you turn Startup Automatically off, you will have to manually mount
the Drawer when needed. Mounting refers to whether the icon for a
Drawer or disks is visible on the desktop and whether the volume is
available for opening and saving files. (To mount a Drawer which is
not currently mounted, choose Mount Drawer from the Drawers menu or
use the ManagerCDEV as described in the DataFrame Users Manual.)

After a Drawer has been created and files dragged in, you can return
to the Drawer Info box and set it to Locked. This will prevent writing
or erasing any files for that Drawer. It is recommended that you keep
application programs in a locked Drawer to prevent accidental
deletions or virus attacks. (Note that some applications write to
themselves and won't work correctly when their partition is locked.)

When Drawer options are selected, click Okay. Do the same for the
other Drawers as needed. When you are done, clicking Okay in the
Drawers control box will cause the Drawers to locked in place and
initialized.

?? Initializing the DataFrame

The DataFrame comes already initialized. It is not normally necessary
to initialize, and in fact this will erase all information stored. It
is necessary to reinitialize to create Drawers as described above.
Initializing verifies the entire media and presents a completely clean
surface. Be sure to backup all files with DiskFit before initializing.
If you have already created Drawers on the DataFrame, you must back up
the contents of each Drawer onto a seperate SmartSet before
initializing.

?? Testing the DataFrame

Select Test Drive from the File menu of the Manager to test the
operations of the DataFrame. A dialog will inform you of the results
of the test. If a bad data block should be found, the Manager will ask
you if you want to complete minor repairs. This will lock it out so it
will not be used in the future. If more serious problems are found,
you will be instructed to contact SuperMac Technical Support or your
Authorized SuperMac Dealer for more complete diagnosis.

Please check the diskettes enclosed with the DataFrame for additional
up-to-date notes and information.

Compatibility
Architecture: 68k

Does not work in emulation. Requires SuperMac hard drive to run.

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