Microsoft KB Archive/104845

= FastTips: Using Novell NetWare with WFWG 3.11 Q&A =

ID: Q104845

3.11 WINDOWS kbnetwork kbfasttip kb3rdparty kbtshoot

The information in this article applies to:


 * Microsoft Windows for Workgroups version 3.11

1. Q. Where can I get the files I need to set up Novell as a secondary network with Windows for Workgroups 3.11?

A. To obtain the files required to support Novell as a secondary network, contact your local Novell authorized reseller or call Novell Technical Support at (800) 638-9273. You can also download the support files from the Novell CompuServe forum. At the CompuServe prompt, type "go novfiles" (without the quotation     marks). Download the file WINUP7.ZIP. If you are using Novell's     ODI protocol implementation, also download DOSUP7.ZIP. For more information, read the NETWORKS.WRI file located in your Windows subdirectory.

2. Q. How do I install support for Novell NetWare if I'm using ODI?

A. Obtain the necessary Windows support files from Novell and from your network adapter manufacturer. Have the Windows support files available on a disk or in a subdirectory of the hard disk. Configure the workstation for proper NetWare functionality at MS-DOS and then use the following steps in Windows for Workgroups:

1. Run Network Setup and choose Networks.

2. Select the option button labeled "Other" and then select the proper Novell workstation shell.

3. Choose Drivers, then choose Add Adapter and select your network card from the list of adapters.

4. Ensure the User, Workgroup, and Computer names are correct.

5. When prompted for the location of the Novell support files and the NET.CFG file, specify the appropriate path. When prompted, choose Restart Computer.

For more information, read the NETWORKS.WRI file located in your Windows subdirectory.

3. Q. How do I install support for Novell NetWare if I'm using IPX.COM?

A. Configure the workstation for proper NetWare functionality at     MS-DOS and then use the following steps in Windows for Workgroups:

1. Run Network Setup, choose Networks, and select the Install Microsoft Windows Network option button.

2. Select the option button labeled "Other," select Novell NetWare Workstation Shell 3.X, then choose OK.

3. Choose Sharing, select the appropriate options, and choose OK.

Make sure that the option "IPX Support Driver (Monolithic) with        NetBIOS transport" appears in the Drivers dialog box. This driver replaces your specific network adapter driver. Do not add a driver for your specific network adapter.

4. Ensure User, Workstation, and Computer names are correct.

5. When prompted for the location of the Novell support files, specify the appropriate path. When prompted, choose Restart Computer.

For more information, read the NETWORKS.WRI file located in your Windows subdirectory.

4. Q. How do I install support for Novell NetWare if I'm using MSIPX?

A. If your computer is configured to use MSIPX in Windows for Workgroups 3.10 and you upgrade to 3.11, the setup program detects that you are using MSIPX and preserves this configuration. However, once setup is finished, MSIPX is not an installable option. If you want to preserve this configuration and prevent overwriting the MSIPX configuration, take care not to change the network card settings in     Network Setup.

5. Q. Does Windows for Workgroups 3.11 support access to Novell NetWare servers using ArcNet?

A. Windows for Workgroups 3.11 supports simultaneous access to     Novell NetWare servers and 3.11 peer services using ArcNet network hardware. This functionality is supported through the use of either Novell's monolithic IPX or IPXODI.

6. Q. How do I install support for Novell NetWare if I'm using ArcNet?

A. To install support for Novell NetWare with ArcNet, you must have the Novell NetWare support files for Windows and a fully functioning NetWare installation at MS-DOS. Once you do, use the following steps in Windows for Workgroups:

1. Run Network Setup, choose Networks, and select the Install Microsoft Windows Network option button.

2. Select the option button labeled "Other," select Novell NetWare Workstation Shell 3.X, then choose OK.

3. If you are using IPX.COM, choose Drivers, and select the option "IPX Support Driver (Monolithic) with NETBIOS transport." This driver replaces your specific network adapter driver. If you are using ODI, you should install the "IPXODI Support Driver (ArcNet)" option instead of your specific network adapter.

4. When prompted for the location of the Novell files, specify the appropriate path.

For more information, read the NETWORKS.WRI file located in your Windows subdirectory.

7. Q. What is the NET.CFG file and why is it important?

A. NET.CFG is a text file that the Novell ODI implementation uses to configure various settings for the workstation network hardware and software. The most important things to know about the NET.CFG file are that you should have only one and it should be located in the same directory as LSL.COM. This file should contain a LINK DRIVER section that specifies your network adapter's MLID name, hardware configuration, and your Novell Network's frame type. For more information on creating a NET.CFG file, consult your NetWare documentation. KBCategory: kbnetwork kbfasttip kb3rdparty kbtshoot KBSubcategory: wfw wfwg Additional reference words: tshoot 3.11

Keywords         : wfwg Version          : 3.11 Platform         : WINDOWS Last Reviewed: June 28, 1998