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Introduction
This chapter describes the RASFinder software and explains how to make changes to the
configuration of your RASFinder. The major configuration parameters were established during the
loading of the software (Chapter 3) and initial configuration. The RASFinder software and
configuration utilities enable you to make changes to that initial configuration.
The RASFinder software enables you to refine your configuration based on your network
connections. The software is based on a main menu (RASFinder - Router Setup) that enables you to
consider all the parameters for a particular feature (e.g., IP or IPX protocol, Bridging, or setting up a
WAN port for PPP or SLIP protocol). These features, and others are discussed in detail in the
RASFinder Configuration section later in this chapter.
There are eight configuration utilities that offer additional functionality. The RASFinder
Configuration utility brings up the main menu (RASFinder - Router Setup) screen that provides you
with access to the buttons that enable you to view or change your initial configuration. The Download
Firmware utility enables you to download new versions of firmware when enhancements become
available. The Download Default Setup utility enables you to specify a set of parameters that are
unique to your unit. The Configuration Port Setup utility enables you to change the direct
connection of a PC to the Command Port on the RASFinder. The Uninstall RASFinder
Configuration utility is designed to remove the software from your PC. The Upgrade RASFinder
utility will check to see if your RASFinder is using the latest software version and then, if necessary,
guide you through the upgrade process. The WAN Device Configuration utility opens the Print
Console, a terminal emulation program that enables you to configure the built-in modems. The
Remote User Data Base utility (supported through the command port) enables you to establish and
maintain a database of information about your remote users. You can add and remove remote users,
or edit existing user information in the database.
Your RASFinder software includes a context-sensitive Help system. Clicking the Help button on any
given dialog box provides definitions and recommended values for each button, option, and field on
that dialog box. In some instances, you will also see a list of related topics that can be displayed by
clicking green, underlined text. In addition, you can use the Index tab to search the entire Help
system for definitions and references to specific terms, fields, and recommend values where
applicable.
Before You Begin
The RASFinder software operates in a Microsoft Windows
program group, with all the utilities described above, is accessible by clicking Start | Programs |
RASFinder x.xx | (utility) , or by double-clicking the utility icon in the program group in My
Computer (C:\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\RASFinder x.xx in Windows 98). The program
group is shown here:
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