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2. DOS/Windows 3.x
Two configuration software programs are provided with the SSP-200/300: a Client
Driver, and a card Enabler. Both of these programs are executed from DOS (before
entering Windows) and allow operation of the SSP-200/300 in both the DOS and
Windows 3.x environments. For optimal operation, however, the Client Driver is the
preferred method of installation and configuration. The table below highlights the
differences between these programs.
Does not require PCMCIA
Card and Socket Services
software
Requires PCMCIA Card and
Socket Services software
Does not support automatic
configuration of adapters upon
insertion (Hot Swapping)
Allows automatic
configuration of SSP-200/300
adapters upon insertion (Hot
Swapping)
Interfaces directly to Intel
82365SL and other PCIC
compatible PCMCIA host
adapters
Interfaces to PCMCIA Card and
Socket Services software
(PCMCIA host adapter
independent)
File type: DOS executableFile type: DOS device driver
Enabler
Client Driver (recommended)
Figure 0. Client Driver versus Enabler for DOS/Windows 3.x.
Card and Socket Services software is commercially available from several vendors for
most desktop and laptop PCs. If you are unsure whether Card and Socket Services
software is currently installed on your system, install the SSP-200/300 Client Driver as
discussed in following section. When loaded, the Client Driver will display an error
message if Card and Socket Services software is not detected.
DOS/Windows 3.x 2-2