Quatech SSP-200, User Manual

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2. DOS/Windows 3.x
Two configuration software programs are provided with the SSP-200/300: a Client Driver, and a
card Enabler. Both of these programs are executed from DOS (before entering Windows) and
allow operation of the SSP-200/300 in both the DOS and Windows 3.x environments. For
optimal operation, however, the Client Driver is the preferred method of installation and
configuration. The table below highlights the differences between these programs.
Does not require PCMCIA Card
and Socket Services software Requires PCMCIA Card and
Socket Services software
Does not support automatic
configuration of adapters upon
insertion (Hot Swapping) Allows automatic configuration of
SSP-200/300 adapters upon
insertion (Hot Swapping)
Interfaces directly to Intel
82365SL and other PCIC
compatible PCMCIA host adapters Interfaces to PCMCIA Card and
Socket Services software
(PCMCIA host adapter
independent)
File type: DOS executable File type: DOS device driver
Enabler Client Driver (recommended)
Figure 0. Client Driver versus Enabler for DOS/Windows 3.x.
Card and Socket Services software is commercially available from several vendors for most
desktop and laptop PCs. If you are unsure whether Card and Socket Services software is
currently installed on your system, install the SSP-200/300 Client Driver as discussed in
following section. When loaded, the Client Driver will display an error message if Card and
Socket Services software is not detected.
DOS/Windows 3.x 2-2