Where can I find PDF manuals and user guides?

Please take the time to download the service manual even tho it's 12MB. It covers all four cards, and probably will answer most, if not all, your questions. Note, Mac users, press the option key as you click on the links below to save it to your HD.

Apple's web site:

• user manual for 7 inch 100MHz card
• user manual for installing a card in your 4400 or 7220

If you have a slow internet connection, you can download the service manual for all four cards in six 3MB parts. It is self mounting (Mac only, and will not work on a PC)...

• part 1
• part 2
• part 3
• part 4
• part 5
• part 6

What type of cards did Apple make?

• 12 inch 100MHz card
• 7 inch 100MHz card
• 12 inch 166MHz P (Pentium) card
• 12 inch PR (performance rated) 166 card

What cards can I install in my Mac?

There are users that have sucsessfully installed their pc cards in Biege G3s, but you can't install them in Blue & White G3s (something about power consumption)...

12 inch 100MHz card	7200, 7500, 7600, 8500, and 9500 series
7 inch 100MHz card	5400, 6400, 7200, 7500, 7600, 8500, and 9500 series
12 inch 166MHz P card	4400, 7220, 7200, 7300, 7500, 7600, 8500, 8600, 9500, and 9600 series
12 inch PR 166 card	4400/200, 7220/200 only

What OSs (operating systems) can I run on my card?

I suggest running Windows 95 (version OSR2). I'm also in the process of testing different OSs that are not supported...

• Microsoft MS-DOS 6.22
• Windows 3.1
• Windows for Workgroups 3.11
• Windows 95 (not compatible with WindowNT or OS/2)
• Windows 98, 98se

Where can I download the drivers and software?

• PC Setup 1.6.4
  • Disk 1
  • Disk 2
  • Readme
• APPLEVDO.INF
  • APPLEVDO.INF
  • APPLEVDO.TXT
• And now that PC Setup 2.1.7f is FREE, you should download it from here AFTER you have installed PC Setup 1.6.4. You have to download the software here because the web site is discontinued -_-
• Disk image of a generic boot disk with CD-ROM support. You can use this to boot into DOS, have the DOS tools handy, AND have CD-ROM support. No serious PC user should be without one. So download it!
• I have a limited supply of Windows for Workgroups 3.11 and Microsoft MS-DOS 6.22 reasonably priced. Email me if you're interested. Try eBay, too...

Can I upgrade the RAM on the card?

Yes, visit ramseeker to find the cheapest RAM on the web.

• 100MHz 7 inch card: 64MB (no soldered DRAM)
• 100MHz 12 inch card: 72MB (8MB of soldered DRAM)
• 166MHz P 12 inch card: 80MB (16MB of soldered DRAM)
• PR 166 12 inch card: 80MB (16MB of soldered DRAM)

What type of RAM should I use?

• The original 100MHz PC compatibility cards use JEDEC standard 168 pin DIMM DRAM cards. The DIMMs should be 64 bit wide, 168 pin fast paged mode (FPM) with a 70ns access time or faster. DIMMs built with extended data out (EDO) DRAMs are not supported. The 100MHz 12 inch and 7 inch PC compatibility cards support only symmetrical DIMMs with a 2K refresh rate. DIMMs incorporating 4K refresh parts are not supported on the 7 inch PC compatibility card.
• The 166MHz P and PR 166 PC compatibility cards use 168 pin, 60ns or faster, fast page mode, 64 bit wide, 5 V DRAM DIMMs. Those 64MB DIMMs no one wants anymore that fit in the 7200 and compatible series Macs!

Can I upgrade the processor on my card?

• Yes. The processor is soldered onto the 12 inch 166MHz P card. So unless you have a pacestation and know what you're doing, it's impossible. But you can email Mad Dog if you would like a socket soldered onto your card, which would allow you to play around with different processors. Visit his web site for a detailed explanation. If speed is that important, then you should buy an Orange PC Card.

What is a container?

• It's a single file on your Mac's HD that holds all of your PC files. The same as a PC HD formatted in DOS.

Can I use a DOS formatted HD instead of containers?

• Yeah, but to save yourself a lot of trouble and to keep things simple, use containers. It's not recommended by Apple anyways...

Can I use Softwindows or SoftPC containers with my card?

• Yes, but you can't boot from them. So you can't assign them as your C drive. Also, if you have used a software PC emulator, then you should be familiar with what you have to do, and vise-versa. Most PC emulators are built and programmed alike.

I'm ready to install my card. What do I do?

• You can download the service manuals from this web site, which will explain how to open and work inside your particular Mac.

  http://home.earthlink.net/~strahm_s/manuals.html

Here are some key combinations that you need to know while in the PC environment:

• eject a floopy disk:
  command-e
• eject a CD:
  command-y
• right mouse click:
  command-mouse click
• cold reboot:
  control-alt-command-del
• warm reboot:
  control-alt-del

My card is installed, now what?

• Now begins the fun part. Keep in mind your final goal is to install PC Setup 2.1.7f (*1). First you have to install PC Setup 1.6.4. If you have OS 8.1 and below, you shouldn't have any problems. Despite what Apple states, you can install it in Mac OS 9.2.x, 9.x (*2 and *3), 8.6.x, and 8.5.x.
  • *1-even tho they state on their web site that you can install it on a 7200/75, I couldn't. Tech support couldn't help, so if anyone has it installed on their 7200/75, please email me.
  • *2-I discovered that the extension "USB Support" installed by Mac OS 9.1, which adds support for PCI USB cards, conflicts with the PC Setup 1.6.4 control panel (my Mac would freeze). If you disabled it, the system worked fine, but then I couldn't use my USB card. I never sought a solution, because I was hoping that PC Setup 2.1.7f would fix the problem. Well, I couldn't install 2.1.7f, not even manually! Tech support didn't know what to do, so I packed everything up and traded it for a 128MB DIMM for my Mac. I have since upgraded to an 8500/233MHz (604e), and now my 166MHz P card (bought abother one) freezes in Mac OS 9.1. It works fine in Mac OS 8.1, so I'm beginning to think each pc card is made differently, or at least runs differently in different Macs...
• Open the PC Setup 1.6.4 control panel. Set the preferences. Make the container (*3) as big as you can. Don't bother with a second container. Keep in mind that you can access files from your Mac HD from within the PC environment. You only need enough room to install applications.
  • *3-You might have heard that you can't create containers in OS 9.x. I found a solution! You create the container, but don't bother checkmarking the initializing box. Then you can either install Microsoft MS-DOS 6.22 if you have a floopy set (which will guide you through the whole process), or you can use the generic boot disk that I have provided for download. Below is an outline of the steps you need to follow:
    1. Download the generic boot disk.
    2. Unstuff the disk image using Stuffit Expander, and write it to a disk using Disk Copy from Apple.
    3. Boot from the floppy, and choose the second option, disabling CD-ROM support (it might cause your PC to freeze).
    4. Type fdisk at the DOS command prompt. Delete all partitions (option 4 will display all the partions installed on your container). Then create a primary DOS partition, and don't use the FAT 32 format if it asks you, because you won't be able to mount the container in the Mac OS.
    5. Now you need to restart the PC, and boot from the floopy again.
    6. Type format c: /s at the DOS command prompt and follow the directions.
    7. Now remove the boot floopy and restart your PC. Answer the questions, and you should now be at the DOS command prompt on your c drive...
• Having a set of Microsoft MS-DOS 6.22 floppies comes in handy right about now, because it will setup and install DOS for you Boot from the first disk and follow the directions. If you don't have them, buy it from me. *3 explains how to format a container manually, but you will have to copy certain files to your c drive that are not installed that is necessary for the installation of the PC Setup DOS drivers (but they should be on the boot disk)...
• After DOS is installed, you need to install the DOS drivers of PC Setup 1.6.4. Since you can't share files yet, you will need to copy the drivers to a floppy (*4). Then access the floppy in the PC environment, run the installer, and follow the directions.
  • *4-Make sure you format the floppy in DOS. Format a floppy the way you usually do in the Mac OS, except select DOS 1.4MB from the format menu in the dialog box that appears.
• Now you're ready to install Windows 95 (OSR2). Insert the CD, type e: at the DOS command prompt and press enter, type setup.exe, and then follow the directions. Be sure to check the box when it asks if you have a sound card installed. Depending on how fast your CD-ROM drive is, it'll take a few hours to install. I usually go do something else, and check on it periodically to make sure it hasn't stopped to ask a question.
• If you are having problems with your display in the PC environment, then you should install APPLEVDO.INF. Follow the direction that accompany it.
• Now you're ready to install PC Setup 2.1.7f. Unfortunately, their web site no longer exists, but no worries. I have everything here that you need! Below is the information for PC Setup 2.1.7f...

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Download the PDF manual and READ ALL of it before attempting to install PC Setup 2.1.7f:

Manual

It's always a good idea to make a copy of your container before and after you install anything in your PC environment. So now would be a good time to make a copy of your container. Especially since you could lose everything you've just done if you install it incorrectly. From here, you're on your own, because I haven't installed it yet, and it will be a while before I can...But below is some general information from their web site, including the software and liscense code ^_^

Software:

Mac software

PC software

Authorization Code and License Information:
During the installation, you will be prompted to enter an authorization code and licensing information. Enter the following information:

• Authorization Code: UEV-EVZ-7TU
• License Name: FREE
• License Site: 469

Below is the small FAQ they had on their web site in it's entirety:

What should I do to shut down the PC side?

The first step is to exit Windows if it is currently running. If you do not exit Windows, you will be leaving “temporary” files that will take up disk space. After you exit Windows, press Command-Return to switch back to the Macintosh side. When you are ready to shut down the Macintosh, follow the normal shutdown procedure.

What should I do when my DOS Compatible Mac (should be card?) freezes in Windows?

There are several troubleshooting options:
Sometimes pressing Ctrl-Alt-Delete will allow you to recover. Other times, it will restart Windows.
If that does not work, try Ctrl-Command-. (period on the keyboard). This will cold boot the DOS card while leaving the Macintosh side running. 
Another possibility is to press Command-Return to switch back to the Macintosh side and then use the PC Setup Control Panel to shut down or restart the PC.
If none of these keystrokes help, restart the Macintosh with  Control-Command-Reset. If this does nothing, you will have to power down the computer manually, wait 30 seconds, and then turn it back on.

My computer often freezes when I start the DOS/Windows side of my Mac. What could be causing this?

Screen savers can create conflicts with many applications that cause computers to crash in this way. Moire, among others, is a screen saver which has been shown to cause these problems. The solution is to avoid using screen savers when ever possible.

When I try to enter Windows, it brings up the splash screen, then exits back to the prompt.

This is a display conflict. Open up the PC Setup Control Panel on the Mac side. Check the display options and make sure that the selection matches your monitor. You may also need to consult your manual (look up “display” in the index) to see if there are other possible causes.

How do I eject diskettes and CDs in Windows?

Use the pcSetup tray icon located in the bottom right of your PC screen to eject floppy diskettes and CDs. You can also use this feature to switch between the Mac and PC. You can also eject diskettes by pressing Command-E, and CDs using Command-Y.

Do I need to do anything special to install software?

Whenever possible, use CDs to install software for DOS or Windows. If you must use diskettes, be sure that they are write-protected, and make copies (on a “regular” PC, using DISKCOPY) before trying to install. The installers rely on exact disk images, and the disk drive on a Macintosh DOS Compatible computer writes to the diskette if it is not write-protected.

What allocation of memory do you recommend?

We have not had many problems with memory. Our computers so far have had 4 MB SIMMs on the DOS card, but we are upgrading to 8 MB. When running Internet applications for Windows, I would recommend (1) a separate SIMM on the DOS card, and (2) that the SIMM be at least 8 MB.
The Macintosh side of the computer does not work as well as if you are using shared memory rather  than separate SIMMs on each card. It seems to be slower and gets confused more easily because any memory allocated to the DOS card is used by the System. If you have 16 MB on the Mac using shared memory, and the OS “sides” of the computer are divided evenly, the Mac will allocate 12 MB for the system and have only 4 MB to run applications. It is the only way to allocate shared memory to the DOS card, but this gets difficult for the Mac to manage, especially in virtual memory situations.
Though most of the Windows applications that were out when the computers were released will run on 4 MB, many of the ones that you will want to run, especially by next year, will require more than this. As long as you are spending enough money to get both platforms, you should get a computer that can run Netscape 2.0 on both sides. Further, should you want to upgrade to Win95, 8 MB is a bare minimum for that OS to work well.

Is there any way to have the Internet software working on both sides without rebooting the computer?

Yes. You must use EtherTalk rather than Ethernet in the MacTCP Control Panel. In order to do this, however, you also need to have an AppleTalk Router. The Macintosh side will receive its IP address from this server, while the Windows side will use its own.

How do I create a new drive container? (What if my existing drive container is too small?)

You may find, on occasion, that you need a new drive container. If your current DOS drive is too small, you may create another one and name it Drive D. If your previous one got deleted or damaged, you may simply need to create another Drive C.
To create a drive container, open up the PC Setup control panel. In the location for the new drive container, select New Drive File from the pop-up menu. Select a location for the drive, enter a size (refer to you manual on calculation), and check the Intitialize Drive File box. If this is a bootable drive file, you will need to reinstall the PC software according to your manual.

How do I set up a modem for use on the DOS side?

In the PC Setup control panel, assign the COM port to the appropriate Macintosh Serial port. Keep in mind that items in use or reserved by the Macintosh may not be available in this menu. Further, items in use by the PC may not be available for use by the Macintosh.

Is there a way to run AppleShare in Windows?

Look into PhoneNet PC from Proxim Products. It has the ability to give Windows a Chooser and perform AppleShare activities.

How does Windows 95 or 98 work on the Macintosh/DOS Compatible machines?

Windows 95A is not compatible with pcSetup 2.1.7. If you are running Windows 95A, we recommend that you upgrade your system to Windows 95 B (OSR2) or Windows 98. It may be possible to run Windows 95A with pcSetup 2.1.7, however this configuration may not use our drivers to their optimum performance and may cause conflicts with the Windows software.

How do I know what version of Win95 is running on my PC?

In the Windows Control Panel, double-click the System icon. The General tab page will show the version of windows running on your PC. If the information sheet shows "Microsoft Windows 95 4.00.950", you have the original version of Windows 95 (Which we do not support) and you should upgrade to Windows 95B (OSR2 ). If the information sheet shows "Microsoft Windows 95 4.00.950 B", you are running the OSR2 version of Win95.

Is my computer a PCI or a NuBus machine?

All G3 computers are PCI machines.

The following Power Macintosh computers are PCI machines:
4400, 5400, 5500, 6400, 6500, 7200, 7300, 7500, 7600, 8200, 8500, 8600, 9500, 9600

The following Power Macintosh computers are NuBus machines:
5200, 5300, 6100, 6200, 6300, 7100, 8100