Network installation
Mulit-user environments with automatic record keeping

- Network Server Installation -- recommended method for installing the Ainsworth program files on the server and also selecting the method for storing separate history files for each user

- Network Client or Workstation Installation -- recommended method for installing the program icons on each desktop and installing the Windows support files in each Windows\System folder

- Alternate network installation with all programs stored on client computers -- alternate method for installing the Ainsworth Keypad Trainer on each client computer, with no programs stored on the system server

- Special network options -- using the Ainsworth Keypad Options program to set additional program options including sound effects access, manual program advance, and access to the program documentation (this document).

Network Server Installation

Our recommended network setup is to use the Network Server Installation to place the Ainsworth files on the network server, and then use the Network Client Installation to place icons and Windows support files on each client computer. The Network Server Installation will

> - Install Ainsworth Program files in the folder you select

> - Allow you to specify a method for storing history files

Several history file options are available. If you have designated a drive letter on the server to store individual folders for each user, then the automatic option with history files stored in each user's folder is our recommended setup.

- History files stored automatically on server.

  The program creates a history file for each user. The file is located in a specific folder on the network server. This folder is set as the default location in a drive that contains individual folders for all users. The drive letter for storing history files must be specified to complete this option for history files.

> Warning -- Problems with Windows NT Server software and Windows 95 or 98 clients

- Password required for each user
  Entering a password when the program starts automatically creates or selects the correct history file. These files are stored in the same location as the main program.

- Multi-user open list. (default in stand-alone mode)
  This is the default setting for the single-computer installation. A roster at the beginning of the program shows all current users in alphabetical order and allows each person to select his or her name. Any number of people may sign in and use the program. Names may be added to the list or deleted easily at the opening screen when the program starts.

- Multi-user closed list.
  This setting also allows multiple users to select a name from a roster when the program starts. The Ainsworth Options 4 program must be used to make any changes to the roster by adding or removing names. Users cannot modify the roster without using the Ainsworth Options 4 program. If this program is not accessible to all users, individuals cannot add or remove names from the roster.

- History files saved on disks in Drive A
  Saving history files on separate floppy disks is a simple method for maintaining separate records for a large number of people. The reliability of floppy disks and their management limits this approach somewhat.

- No history files saved
  In a testing and evaluation session, you may wish present a test for practice or for a printed record, but not create a permanent computer storage of test results. In this configuration, a person may use the program for a practice session, or take a specific test, without saving history files in any permanent location. Test results can be printed immediately after any test is taken. This printout includes the individual's name, test scores, and a graded copy of the test as typed.

Network Client or Workstation Installation

Our recommended network setup is to use the Network Client Installation to place the Windows support files in the client Windows\System folder and Ainsworth icons on the desktop. You must run the Network Server Installation program first to install the Ainsworth program files on the server and then select this location when running the client installation. The Network Client Installation will

> - Create icons for the local desktop

> - Install support files in the local Windows\System folder

The Network Client Installation program may be run remotely from any client computer by starting the CD-ROM and selecting Install Software and Network client or workstation installation. You can also run this installation by selecting the Installation\Server folder on the CD-ROM and running Setup.

Alternate network installation with all programs stored on client computers

If you prefer installing all software on the client computers and only using the network server to store history files, you will need to use a slightly different installation procedure. Run the Stand-Alone Computer installation on the client computer. Then go to the location where you have placed the Ainsworth program files and run the Ainsworth Keypad Options program. This will allow you to specify the location on the server (or other location) where the history files will be stored. You will need to repeat this procedure with each client machine.

There are several things to consider when using the alternate method for installing all the software on each client computer. Individual copies of the data files used in creating the Keypad Tests, Data Entry Tests, and the Standard Test will also be stored on each client in the program folder. If a custom test is later created or modified, the replacement file for this test must be loaded individually onto each client computer (instead of changing this file once on the server). The Ainsworth Keypad Options program will also be included in the files placed in the program folder on each client computer. If access to these options is to be restricted, then access to this program must also be restricted. This program can simply be deleted after the desired options have been selected.

Special network options

The Ainsworth Keypad Options program may be used independently of the the product installation to view or set several additional program options. We have provided this program separately so that a complete installation and setup is not required for more routine changes to the Ainsworth software programs.

For a complete listing of the available options, see Custom Configurations.

For details on replacing the Standard Test, see Custom Tests.