CardWizard for Windows NT


Overview

Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 is a powerful operating system still used by corporations. The scalability, stability, and manageability of Windows NT make it an ideal corporate choice. But to add the plug-and-play functionality that PC Card users require, you need CardWizard for Windows NT 4.0, the PC Card solution from SystemSoft. Designed for Windows NT

If you’re struggling with installing, configuring, and using PC Card (formerly PCMCIA) peripherals, CardWizard for Windows NT is the solution for you. Say goodbye to the runaround of drivers, interrupt, conflicts – and productivity-draining frustration.

SystemSoft is the industry leader for PC Card solutions, and CardWizard is the most widely used PC Card solution for Windows NT 4.0. CardWizard gives you certified support for over 850 PC Cards and 200 platforms and has earned Microsoft’s "Designed for Microsoft Windows NT" logo certification. More than 25 major notebook PC manufacturers have turned to SystemSoft for PC Card support under Windows NT 4.0. Today, CardWizard ships on more than 100 notebook PCs such as the NEC Versa Series, IBM ThinkPad Series, Toshiba Tecra Series, and Micron Trek2 Series.

Now, you can connect PC Cards to your NT mobile PC - quickly and effortlessly. CardWizard supports plug-and-play "Hot Swapping" using card vendor-supplied drivers that conform to Microsoft’s Windows NT Driver Model and NDIS standards. CardWizard currently supports numerous card types, including:

  • ATA Cards(including CompactFlash and SmartMedia)
  • Combo Cards
  • Flash Cards
  • ISDN Cards
  • Modem Cards
  • Multifunction Cards
  • Network Cards
  • SCSI Cards
  • Serial Cards
  • Specialty Cards
  • SRAM Cards

A Wizard at Configuration

CardWizard for Windows NT automatically configures PC Cards, identifies and classifies cards, assigns interrupts and memory resources, and loads the proper drivers. That means your PC Cards are easy to use with the features you expect. When required, CardWizard uses the advanced expert system-based "Wizard" technology pioneered by SystemSoft, to help you resolve system resource conflicts such as IRQ, memory address, and I/O conflicts.

The "Wizard" can also help you configure your connectivity by launching the appropriate network, modem, or SCSI applets. This way, CardWizard can provide a central location for all PC Card activities.

Integrated Power Management

CardWizard for Windows NT also lets you shut down PC Cards when not in use to conserve precious battery life. In conjunction with PowerProfiler/SE for Windows NT and other third party power management packages, CardWizard for Windows NT supports "suspend and resume" of PC Card slots.

Simplifies Administration of PC Cards

CardWizard includes many features, which simplify the administration of PC Cards in Windows NT, by centralizing the management of PC Cards.

Using the CardWizard application, users can:

  • Support for disabling slots in Windows NT Hardware Profiles.
  • View detailed resource information about PC Cards, including card name, manufacturer, card type, slot usage and resources used.
  • Set preferred Com Ports for modem and Drive Letters for Mass Storage (ATA, Flash and SRAM) cards so that regardless of the slot used, the card will receive the same parameter
  • Modify the IRQ mask for the system
  • Launch an associated application on card insertion. For example, a modem card could be paired with America OnLine® or a dial-up networking configuration for Internet access. When the card is inserted into the PC Card slot, CardWizard for Windows NT automatically launches the associated software.
  • Define notification schemes as to when messages will be displayed

Localized Versions Available

CardWizard software is available in multiple languages including French, Italian, German, Spanish, Japanese, and Swedish. The documentation and support are in English.

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