Pathworks for DOS V4.1a with WFW 3.11 Installation Guide Nov93

This document is an installation guide for integrating Digital Equipment's PATHWORKS for DOS V4.1a (using DECnet protocol) with Microsoft's Windows for Workgroups V3.11 (using LAN Manager/NETBEUI protocol).

The primary goal is to enable users to access both PATHWORKS DECnet Servers and Microsoft LAN Manager Servers concurrently.

Key aspects of the guide include:

• Integration Method: PATHWORKS DECnet is configured as a "Protocol" within the Windows for Workgroups networking environment, using NDIS (Network Driver Interface Specification) drivers.
• Prerequisites: Users need PATHWORKS V4.1a and Windows for Workgroups V3.11 installed, a PATHWORKS Server running, and knowledge of their LAN adapter's memory, I/O, and IRQ settings. A specific Digital-provided "Install diskette" is required.

• Installation Flow: The guide provides a flowchart and detailed steps based on the starting situation (Windows for Workgroups installed, PATHWORKS installed, or starting from scratch).

  • A critical step involves using the Windows for Workgroups Network Setup utility to "Add Protocol," selecting "Unlisted or Updated Protocol," and specifically choosing the "PATHWORKS V4.1 DECnet" option (Ethernet or Token Ring).
  • Users then configure PATHWORKS parameters (directory, transport, services) and set DECnet as the default protocol.

• Configuration Changes: The installation utility (PWWFWCFG program) automatically modifies key system files like CONFIG.SYS, AUTOEXEC.BAT, SYSTEM.INI, and PROTOCOL.INI to facilitate the integration. Users are advised to inspect these files before rebooting.

• Post-Installation: Information on establishing persistent file service connections and using the PATHWORKS USE command for specific security shares or LAD/LAST drive connections from a DOS window.
• Technical Details: An overview of the concurrent stack configuration in memory, showing how protected and real mode drivers interact, and a list of all files provided on the installation diskette.

The document emphasizes a step-by-step process to ensure proper configuration and concurrent network operation.