Software Inventory Database September 9, 1994 ******************************** README.TXT ***************************** ----------- Description ----------- This program allows users to track software titles using a Microsoft Access Database. Entries can be added, modified and deleted. The database can be searched on various fields and reports can directed to different outputs (screen, file, and printer). At any screen in the program you can press F1 to get a Help file. In addition, a complete HLP file can be accessed via the toolbar, as well as help for the tab you are currently positioned on. ------------------- System Requirements ------------------- The Software Inventory Database requires Windows 3.1 or Windows for Workgroups. A little over 2 Megabytes of disk space is required for the initial install of the software. VBRUN300.DLL must be in the Windows directory for this software to run. It can be downloaded from most BBSs, usually named VBRUN300.ZIP. Without VBRUN300.DLL the setup process, as well as the program will not run. --------------------- Files on Install Disk --------------------- These files are compressed on the floppies and will be expanded during the install process. REGISTER.TXT Form to register software \SOFTINVD SOFTINVD.EXE The application program \SOFTINVD THREEDX.VBX Microsoft 3D controls \WINDOWS\SYSTEM VBDB300.DLL Required for data access features \SOFTINVD SOFTINVD.HLP application Help file \SOFTINVD SOFTINVD.MDB A starter Access database \SOFTINVD CRPE.DLL Interface to the print engine \SOFTINVD PDIRJET.DLL Crystal Reports Jet DLL \SOFTINVD PDBJET.DLL Crystal Reports Jet DLL \SOFTINVD SSDOCKTB.VBX Sheridan custom control \SOFTINVD SSIDXTAB.VBX Sheridan custom control \SOFTINVD COMMDIAG.DLL Common dialog DLL \SOFTINVD CMDIALOG.VBX COMMON dialog VBX \SOFTINVD MSAJR110.DLL Required for data access features \SOFTINVD MSAES110.DLL Required for data access features \SOFTINVD SOFTINV1.RPT Report #1 - sorted by Title \SOFTINVD SOFTINV2.RPT Report #2 - sorted by Category \SOFTINVD SOFTINV3.RPT Report #3 - sorted by Media \SOFTINVD SOFTINV4.RPT Report #4 - list all fields \SOFTINVD README.TXT the file you are reading now \SOFTINVD REGISTER.TXT Form for registering the program \SOFTINVD SETUP.EXE Used to install software SETUP.LST List of files SETUP.EXE needs SETUP1.EXE Customized install program SETUPKIT.DLL Needed for Setup process VER.DLL Contains functions for copying and decompressing files ------------- Quick Install ------------- 1. Put Disk 1 in a floppy drive. 2. If not in Windows, start Windows. 3. Within the Program Manager, choose Run from the File menu. 4. Type A:SETUP or B:SETUP depending on what drive is being used. 5. Press ENTER. The Setup procedure will prompt you through the install process and will give you the option to name the directory and specify where you want the software installed. If you want to manually install the software you will have to expand each compressed file and create your own Windows program groups. Caution: If you reinstall from the distribution disk(s) the SOFTINVD.MDB will be overwritten with a one-record "seed" database. To retain the information that you entered from a revious install, do a backup of the database to to a floppy, and then restore after the reinstall finishes. ------------ Quick Start: ------------ 1. After successfully installing the software in Windows, there will be a program group established with the Software Inventory Database icon. Double-click on the icon to start the program. 2. Once the program finishes loading you are presented with a screen that has the look of index cards with tabs. 3. The index tab labeled "Select Database" allows you to open the database you want to work with. When you click the "Open Database File" button, a menu pops up that allows you to select the file you want to use. Select SOFTINVD.MDB in the directory where the software is installed and press ENTER. 4. At this point all tabs are available to you and the database can be manipulated as you like. ------------------------- Planned for Next Release: ------------------------- 1. Use the new Access database facilities, Version 2.0. 2. Allow for the creation of a new database. Currently a "seed" database is distributed with the disk(s). 3. Integrate the new Crystal Reports report writer, Version 3.0. 4. Change the Modify/Delete index tab to allow selection of records in a scrool box, instead if entering a record number. 5. Create a new index tab with a grid displaying records. -------- Support: -------- John Burl 1410 Calvert Road Chester, MD 21619-2860 Internet: johnburl@cpcug.org Rusty and Edie's BBS (216) 726-3619 Windows Online BBS (510) 736-8343 ------------- Registration: ------------- You are urged to register your copy of Software Inventory Database. A registration form is included on the install disk and can be printed on any printer. (REGISTER.TXT) ----------- DISCLAIMER: ----------- Use this software at your own risk. There are no warranties, expressed or implied. In no event shall John Burl be liable for any loss of profit or any damage incurred because of this product.