System 7.1: Use MacTCP 1.1.1 or Later
I upgraded from System 7.0 to 7.1. Virtual memory worked fine in the past. But now, after enabling Virtual Memory, the system bombs on restart with an error message that the System File is damaged, and to use the Installer to fix it. Reinstalling doesn't help, but turning Virtual Memory off lets the system boot normally.
The Read Me file with System 7.1 says that I must upgrade to MacTCP 1.1.1. How do I get MacTCP 1.1.1?
The Read Me file with System 7.1 says that I must upgrade to MacTCP 1.1.1. How do I get MacTCP 1.1.1?
The system file isn't really damaged. MacTCP 1.1 will cause this message to appear if it's installed. MacTCP isn't fully compatible with System 7.1, and you should upgrade to version 1.1.1 or later.
If you have MacTCP 1.1 or earlier installed on your Macintosh, remove it from your System Folder before you upgrade to System 7.1. The system will crash when you start up if you don't do this.
Which Version of MacTCP should I use?
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Both MacTCP 1.1.1 and later are compatible with System 7.1.
MacTCP 1.1.1 and later versions offer better support for larger "Hosts" files and for extension products, such as:
* AppleTalk Remote Access (ARA)
* Serial Line IP (SLIP)
* Point-to-Point Protocol drivers (PPP)
As of November 1993, the current version of MacTCP is 2.0.4.
Changes to the Distribution and Update Process
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With the release of MacTCP 1.1.1 and later versions, there are some changes in the distribution and update process. Depending on how you obtained earlier versions, the method of obtaining new versions varies:
* Current MacTCP site license users receive the MacTCP 1.1.1 update free of charge. Developers with MacTCP commercial distribution licenses and customers with MacTCP internal use licenses have been sent updates. Developers or customers with these licenses, who haven't yet received their update, should contact Apple Software Licensing.
* Purchasers of the single user license of MacTCP 1.1 from APDA can obtain the MacTCP Developer Upgrade Kit (R0446LL/A) for a fee from APDA. The upgrade kit is only for MacTCP 1.1 customers who don't presently have a MacTCP commercial distribution license or internal site license.
* Customers who received MacTCP as part of MacX will be updated through MacX 1.2 update programs. You can order the MacX 1.2 update see your local dealer. This upgrade is for MacX 1.0, 1.1, or 1.1.7 and A/UX customers. Proof of purchase is required.
* MacTCP 2.0.2 is available on the price list as TCP/IP Connection for the Macintosh, or TCP/IP Administration for the Macintosh.
* MacTCP 2.0.4 is an update in a patch to update MacTCP 2.0.2.
* Purchasers of a commercial retail product that included MacTCP should contact the product's developer for details of any updates they may offer.
To locate a vendor's address and phone numbers, use the vendor name as a search string.
If you have MacTCP 1.1 or earlier installed on your Macintosh, remove it from your System Folder before you upgrade to System 7.1. The system will crash when you start up if you don't do this.
Which Version of MacTCP should I use?
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Both MacTCP 1.1.1 and later are compatible with System 7.1.
MacTCP 1.1.1 and later versions offer better support for larger "Hosts" files and for extension products, such as:
* AppleTalk Remote Access (ARA)
* Serial Line IP (SLIP)
* Point-to-Point Protocol drivers (PPP)
As of November 1993, the current version of MacTCP is 2.0.4.
Changes to the Distribution and Update Process
----------------------------------------------
With the release of MacTCP 1.1.1 and later versions, there are some changes in the distribution and update process. Depending on how you obtained earlier versions, the method of obtaining new versions varies:
* Current MacTCP site license users receive the MacTCP 1.1.1 update free of charge. Developers with MacTCP commercial distribution licenses and customers with MacTCP internal use licenses have been sent updates. Developers or customers with these licenses, who haven't yet received their update, should contact Apple Software Licensing.
* Purchasers of the single user license of MacTCP 1.1 from APDA can obtain the MacTCP Developer Upgrade Kit (R0446LL/A) for a fee from APDA. The upgrade kit is only for MacTCP 1.1 customers who don't presently have a MacTCP commercial distribution license or internal site license.
* Customers who received MacTCP as part of MacX will be updated through MacX 1.2 update programs. You can order the MacX 1.2 update see your local dealer. This upgrade is for MacX 1.0, 1.1, or 1.1.7 and A/UX customers. Proof of purchase is required.
* MacTCP 2.0.2 is available on the price list as TCP/IP Connection for the Macintosh, or TCP/IP Administration for the Macintosh.
* MacTCP 2.0.4 is an update in a patch to update MacTCP 2.0.2.
* Purchasers of a commercial retail product that included MacTCP should contact the product's developer for details of any updates they may offer.
To locate a vendor's address and phone numbers, use the vendor name as a search string.