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Any method to replace Interlnk.exe (dos command) in Window95 ?
I have an application that receive data from a barcode handheld (scanner) to a PC by using running Intersvr.exe at handheld and running Interlnk.exe at PC. As you know, these 2 commands only executes at DOS environment.
In my VB program (run at PC side), I tried to use ---
Shell(command.com /c c:\barcode\receive.bat), the Interlnk.exe is included in the receive.bat file. However, it won't work.
In my VB program (run at PC side), I tried to use ---
Shell(command.com /c c:\barcode\receive.bat), the Interlnk.exe is included in the receive.bat file. However, it won't work.
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http://www.daceasy.ca/BusLibrary/Dcngen01.htm
Windows 95 Connection
Without spending a penny, Win95 users can add the Direct Cable Connection option to their Start menu, letting them perform the same chores performed by Interlnk. The Direct Cable Connection option works with Win95 features such as the Briefcase utility, which is used to update files between PCs.
To install the Direct Cable Connection option, you'll need a serial null modem cable (which matches the two machines serial connectors so that they can communicate with each other) or a parallel cable. An Extended Capabilities Port (ECP) cable can be used with two machines with ECP parallel ports.
After you've connected both machines, open the Win95 Control Panel on both machines, and perform the following steps for both machines:
Select the Add/Remove Programs option.
Left-click the Windows Setup tab.
Double left-click the Communications entry on the Windows Setup page.
Left-click the Direct Cable Connection check box.
Once this option is installed on both computers, use the Start menu to run this utility. You'll use the Direct Cable Connection Wizard to help you configure both machines. You'll be required to set one computer up as a host (server) computer and the other as a guest (client).
Before proceeding, connect both machines with the cable you've chosen. The Direct Cable Connection Wizard will help set up the correct port and tell you if the installation was successful.
http://www.daceasy.ca/BusLibrary/Dcngen01.htm
Windows 95 Connection
Without spending a penny, Win95 users can add the Direct Cable Connection option to their Start menu, letting them perform the same chores performed by Interlnk. The Direct Cable Connection option works with Win95 features such as the Briefcase utility, which is used to update files between PCs.
To install the Direct Cable Connection option, you'll need a serial null modem cable (which matches the two machines serial connectors so that they can communicate with each other) or a parallel cable. An Extended Capabilities Port (ECP) cable can be used with two machines with ECP parallel ports.
After you've connected both machines, open the Win95 Control Panel on both machines, and perform the following steps for both machines:
Select the Add/Remove Programs option.
Left-click the Windows Setup tab.
Double left-click the Communications entry on the Windows Setup page.
Left-click the Direct Cable Connection check box.
Once this option is installed on both computers, use the Start menu to run this utility. You'll use the Direct Cable Connection Wizard to help you configure both machines. You'll be required to set one computer up as a host (server) computer and the other as a guest (client).
Before proceeding, connect both machines with the cable you've chosen. The Direct Cable Connection Wizard will help set up the correct port and tell you if the installation was successful.
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I can't use the Direct Cable Connection, as I know that it only works for both PCs running Windows. However, the barcode handheld machine is running DOS.
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