Will your software run on NetWare with NW Cluster services installed?

We are sure that installing our products on clustered servers will not negatively affect either the stability or the processes running on these servers. We recommend that you download the trial and test the product in the specific environment. In some configurations, some program functions may not be available on the cluster.

What versions of ConsoleOne are supported by the sfConsole snap-in?

The sfConsole snap-in supports version 1.3.x and later.

Are the different versions of sfConsole compatible?

Different versions of sfConsole are not compatible. In order to upgrade sfConsole on NetWare server(s) to the latest version you need to allow installation (upgrade) of SFCON.NLM module after connecting first time.

What systems does sfConsole support?

sfConsole supports NetWare 4.x SP9, 5.x, 6.x and OES NetWare. sfConsole 2009 Windows client runs on Windows XP/Vista (except Home editions) and Windows Server 2003/2008 Standard/Enterprise editions.

How can I update the product? I don't want to lose my data.

All previous data will be retained during the update.

Where can I download the update?

If you would like to update your purchased version of sfConsole, you can download the update from the link in the e-mail we sent you containing your license file.
If you are using a demo and would like to upgrade it please go to Downloads page.
To skip registration, use the password you received in your e-mail the first time you downloaded the demo. If this is your first time downloading a trial version then please fill out the form and use the password you will receive in your e-mail to proceed.

What changes are put in the latest release? Do I have to update to the latest one?

No. You don't have to update the product if you're current version is working perfectly for you and new features are not needed. You may want to update because the latest version most likely has all or most issues eradicated.
The most current version of sfConsole and its new features can be seen at this page.
If you would like to update your purchased version of sfConsole, you can download the update from the link in the e-mail we sent you containing your license file.
If you are using a demo and would like to upgrade it please go to Downloads page.
To skip registration, use the password you received in your e-mail the first time you downloaded the demo. If this is your first time downloading a trial version then please fill out the form and use the password you will receive in your e-mail to proceed.

How to connect to the server using a server IP address only?

Connection with TCP/IP only is possible in NetWare 4.2 and newer. Type in the server IP in the server field on the software toolbar.

How do I connect to a NetWare server via a web browser?

Installing the sfcon.nlm module on the server is necessary. Then type in the server's IP address and port number in your browser, using the following pattern:
http:// server_name_or_ip_address:5023.

What port number needs be entered in the web access, and can this number be changed?

The default port number is 5023, and can be changed at the user's discretion.

Do I need to install the Novell Client to connect to the server via the web?

No installation of the Novell Client is required for successful communication with the server from a web browser.

Can I connect to the server from the Firefox browser?

Starting from sfConsole 2009 version, users can connect remotely via web access to a NetWare server using any web browser from any platform running Flash 10 or newer (Windows, Mac OS X, Linux etc.).

Can web access to the server be disabled?

To block access to the servers you need to type 0 as the port number in the sfConsole configuration.

How do I connect to more than one NetWare server from the web browser?

For the server that will perform proxy connections to others, set "Allow Proxy Connections" option in the program's configuration. On every server that should be accessible via proxy, sfcon.nlm needs to be loaded. The connection will be possible only to servers within the same eDirectory tree.

I cannot connect to the server from a web browser. Why is it the case?

This can be due to multiple reasons. The most probable are:
- incorrect port number or server's address
- incorrect username (full context name) and server password
- insufficient rights to access the server
- no port on the firewall has been enabled

Is the web-enabled connection to NetWare servers secure?

The connection to the server from the web is completely secure. This is due to sfConsole's advanced data encryption methods and strict eDirectory authentication and access control.

I have installed the demo and it has expired. How can I evaluate the product longer?

If you need more time to evaluate the product, please e-mail the sales department at sales@adremsoft.com or call (212)319-4114 and ask to speak to sales.

How can I remove the demo version from the server?

To remove the demo version from the server you have to delete the proper NLM from the server and comment the line from the autoexec.ncf file (Located in sys:system server directory). Remove the sfcon.nlm file from this directory: sys:system and also remove its line from the autoexec.ncf.

I have downloaded the evaluation version but can't find "nwserver.exe" to install it to a server. Where is it?

Our software for Netware is always installed from the workstation. This includes all server-side components such as the required nlms.

I have received a message entitled "Error 8884". What does this mean?

Error 8884 means that the given server could not be found. Check the connection to the server. You can log in to the server using your workstation NetWare Client, or type in the server IP address in the server name field.

I have received the following message: "NLM not loaded or NCP connection lost (Code: 89FF)".

Please check if you have sufficient rights to operate on this server. Check the connection to the server and be sure that the server is on.

I have received the error message "calwin32.dll not found". Can you send me the missing .dll?

Please ensure that you have NetWare Client installed on the workstation where you want to run sfConsole Windows client. Calwin32.dll is an integral part of NetWare Client and you will not be able to run sfConsole client without NetWare Client installed on the workstation. Please download the latest NetWare Client from the Novell website.