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February 28, 1995 IN BRIEF... PC DOC V7 is the best, industry-standard DOS for new and upgrade DOS/Windows users. Features include:
IBM PC DOS Version 7 further enhances IBM's line of award-winning operating systems with improved usability, memory optimization, full-function utilities, and new hardware support. PC DOS Version 7 requires less conventional memory than DOS 6.X versions for comparable function. By employing a variety of memory reduction techniques, more conventional memory is available for user applications and industry-standard compatibility is maintained. IBM AntiVirus protects your data with superior integrated virus detection software. This software provides protection for over 2,100 viruses with one of the smallest memory footprints in the industry. PC DOS Version 7 incorporates the latest technology in our full-function DOS and Windows+ utilities:
PC DOS REXX, a high-level programming language, is powerful, easy-to-use and portable across many operating systems. PC DOS REXX includes standard and advanced functions, BAT file commands, and arithmetic operations. Maximum disk compression with Stacker 4.0. Stac Electronics Stacker** 4.0 advanced disk compression technology gives you the highest compression ratio and most free disk space possible. You can upgrade from prior disk compression technologies such as MS-DOS DoubleSpace/DriveSpace, PC DOS SuperStor/DS, and earlier versions of Stacker. This support is designed to use little conventional memory. Help when you need it. A comprehensive online help system gives you hypertext links, search capability, and easy access to index, contents, and print functions. PC DOS File Update keeps your work files current. This new utility automatically updates files between two personal computers so you can easily synchronize files between your mobile and desktop computer or vice versa. New docking station support for mobile users helps you define a specific command or batch file to execute automatically each time you dock or undock. Easy editing of one or more files is at your fingertips with the improved E Editor. With complete mouse and pull-down menu support, editing is easier than ever. Other new features include browse mode, enhanced delete recovery, enhanced math and search support, and REXX autosyntax support. One-Time Charge: $127 (base; upgrades are $77) Availability Date: February 28, 1995
+ Trademark of Microsoft Corporation When less memory is used by DOS, more memory is available for the user's applications. This means the user can use larger or more applications than may otherwise have been possible. It also means that applications will have more memory available to use as buffers, which, in some cases, allows the application to run faster. ANTIVIRUS PROTECTION IBM AntiVirus provides protection from major categories of viruses including:
This support substantially reduces the risk of system failures that might be caused through the use of electronic bulletin boards and data sharing. Viruses can be detected and neutralized without damaging the user's data files or applications. As an added benefit, this superb protection requires very little conventional memory. FULL-FUNCTION DOS AND WINDOWS UTILITIES PC DOS Version 7 includes an update to many of its best-known utilities (besides IBM AntiVirus) and the addition of new utilities. The following utilities are enhanced:
The new utilities in PC DOS Version 7 are:
Like its predecessor, PC DOS Version 7 contains a wide assortment of full-function utilities to handle many common tasks. The inclusion of these utilities may eliminate or significantly reduce the need for users to supplement their system software with additional tools. These utilities are included in PC DOS Version 7:
Note: To use Windows-based applications, games, and utilities, you must have Windows 3.1, or later, installed on the system. PC DOS REXX PC DOS REXX support provides a simple yet powerful tool for writing programs to perform unique but commonly performed tasks. This support eliminates the need for users to separately purchase a programming language to build simple programs. The following publications are available. To order, contact your IBM representative or IBM Authorized Personal Computer Dealer.
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Title Number Number
The PC DOS Command Reference is included as online documentation shipped with PC DOS Version 7. The printed copy of the Command Reference can be ordered from your dealer or IBM representative, or by calling 800-472-4772. Displayable Softcopy Publications: The PC DOS Command Reference and Error Messages and REXX Reference are offered in displayable softcopy form. The displayable manuals are part of the basic machine-readable material. The files are shipped on the same media type as the basic machine-readable material. Additionally, a technical reference for PC DOS Version 7 is provided in displayable softcopy form with the PC DOS 7 Technical Update. Specified Operating Environment Hardware Requirements: PC DOS Version 7 operates on Intel**-based or Intel-compatible personal computers (808X, 286, 386, 486, and Pentium processors). A minimum of 512KB of processor system memory is required. A new system (one without a previous version of DOS installed) must also have a high-density, 3.5-inch or 5.25-inch A: diskette drive. The PC DOS Version 7 upgrade requires a system with a prior version of DOS (any DOS Version 3.3, or later, including MS-DOS) installed on the hard disk. Installation on upgrade systems can occur from any high-density diskette drive, CD-ROM, or from the network to the hard disk. Installation from a CD-ROM requires a previously installed CD-ROM driver. The minimum disk space required for PC DOS Version 7 is 6MB, if all defaults are taken on installation. The maximum disk space required for PC DOS Version 7 is 18.5MB if all features for both DOS and Windows are installed. Software Requirements: PC DOS Version 7 maintains upward compatibility with prior versions of DOS. Functions supported on previous levels will continue to be supported, unless that specific function is no longer supported by IBM. Functions no longer supported in PC DOS Version 7 are:
These commands from prior versions of DOS will not be deleted by the installation of an upgrade to PC DOS Version 7 and are expected to run compatibly with PC DOS Version 7 when used with the SETVER command. If these commands are needed on systems with PC DOS Version 7 and the customer has a license of PC DOS Version 6.3, the customer is authorized to copy the files to support these commands to all licensed PC DOS Version 7 systems where these files are required. Refer to the license information included with the product for details on the files that may be copied. Limitations: Applications supported on previous levels of DOS should run compatibly with PC DOS Version 7. However, with each release of DOS, adding new features introduces some incompatibilities. Below is a list of changes that may cause compatibility problems.
To run Windows-based applications, games, and utilities, you need to have Windows 3.1, or later, installed on your system. Planning Information Program services will be available until February 28, 1996. The statement of services included with the program describes these services. Packaging: Distribution of PC DOS Version 7 will be on:
Note: Low-density diskettes are not available. Upgrade and base packages will be offered through the retail market. CD-ROM packages will be offered only for upgrade packages because of the need for a previously installed CD-ROM device driver. The program package for PC DOS Version 7 and PC DOS Version 7 upgrade, U.S. English, have the following items in addition to the media:
* Customers are instructed to fill out and mail in their registration card in order to be provided with information on future product announcements and special promotional offers. Security, Auditability, and Control IBM AntiVirus updates are included in PC DOS Version 7. This support helps users automatically detect and neutralize known stealth, polymorphic, generic, and even unknown viruses without damaging the customer's files or applications. Today, this support detects over 2,100 known viruses. Though PC DOS Version 7 offers superior integrated anti-virus support, new viruses are discovered regularly. IBM offers an update program separately for users to stay as current as possible with this protection. There are no new auditability or control features in PC DOS Version 7. User management is responsible for evaluation, selection, and implementation of security features, administrative procedures, and appropriate controls in application systems and communication facilities. Orders for new licenses will be accepted now. Shipments will begin on the planned availability date. To order the programs in this announcement for order type, specify the order type number, feature number, part number, program name, media, and quantity. Program Package -- program diskette with documentation.
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Name Media Number Number Number
Additional License Copies -- authorizes the customer who has a program package to make a single copy of the program diskette and printed documentation. The authorization is given by sending the customer an invoice for an additional license copy (the IBM Customer Agreement (ICA) must be in effect) or by sending the customer a Proof of Additional License certificate (the ICA is not required). The Proof of Additional License certificate has its own part number and feature number.
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Program Type Feature Part
Name Media Number Number Number
Proof of Additional License certificate -- applies when the customer has a program package and orders a Proof of Additional License certificate. Receipt of the certificate authorizes the customer to make a single copy of the program diskette and the printed documentation. The ICA does not need to be in effect.
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Program Type Feature Part
Name Media Number Number Number
Additional License Copies -- VALU: When the VDE -- Volume Additional License Usage (VALU) applies, authorization to make additional license copies begins on the start date specified in the Addendum for Volume Discount.
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Program Type Feature Part
Name Number Number Number
Documentation -- separate documentation with no diskette.
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Publication Type Feature Part
Title Number Number Number
Program Package Upgrade -- program media with documentation.
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Program Type Feature Part
Name Media Number Number Number
Additional License Copy Upgrade -- authorizes the customer who has a program package upgrade to make a single copy of the program diskette and printed documentation. The authorization is given by sending the customer an invoice for an Additional License Copy Upgrade (the ICA must be in effect) or by sending the customer a Proof of Additional License Upgrade certificate (the ICA is not required). The Proof of Additional License Upgrade certificate has its own part number and feature number.
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Program Type Feature Part
Name Number Number Number
Proof of Additional License Upgrades Certificate: Applies when the customer has a program package upgrade and orders a Proof of Additional License Upgrade certificate. Receipt of the certificate authorizes the customer to make a single copy of the program diskette and the printed documentation. The ICA does not need to be in effect.
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Program Type Feature Part
Name Media Number Number Number
Additional License Copy Upgrade -- VALU: When the Volume Discount Exhibit, Volume Additional License Usage (VALU) applies authorization to make additional license copies begins on the start date specified in the Addendum for Volume Discount.
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Program Type Feature Part
Name Number Number Number
Program Upgrade Customers may also order upgrades through the local IBM office using the IBM Personal Computer/System Program US Upgrade and Certification Order Form included with this announcement. The total quantity of upgrades acquired for a specific program may not exceed the total quantity of program packages and/or additional licenses previously acquired for that program. Proof of License for upgrade eligibility for additional license upgrades is a copy of this invoice or previously acquired Proof of Additional License certificate. Additional license upgrades can be entered through the local IBM office using the US Upgrade and Certification Order Form included in this announcement or ordered through an authorized remarketer. Licensing: The program in this announcement is licensed under the terms and conditions of the IBM Program License Agreement. A copy of the agreement is included in the program package. Additional License: An ICA must be in effect or Proof of Additional License certificate must be acquired. Limited Warranty:
Program Services: Program services will be available until February 28, 1996. The statement of service included with the program describes this service. Getting Started Period: A getting started period is provided by the Personal Systems Support Line from February 1995 through February 1996. Volume Orders: The additional licenses and additional license upgrades included in this announcement are eligible for volume discounting under the terms of the ICA and the exhibit for Volume Additional License Usage. These programs are included in Category A under 5872-AA1 and 5874-AA1, respectively. For information regarding other volume orders, contact your IBM representative. 30-Day Money Back Guarantee: The IBM 30-day money-back guarantee applies. National Education License Fee (NELF): A NELF is available under the terms and conditions of the Education Allowance Amendment to the ICA. The NELF, which represents a 40% discount off the single unit price, is not subject to any further discount or allowance.
Part One-Time
Description Number Charge
Program Package, 3.5-inch
diskette 83G9217 $127 *
Program Package, 5.25-inch
diskette 83G9219 127 *
Additional License 83G9312 125 *
Proof of Additional License 83G9313 125 *
Program Package Upgrade,
3.5-inch diskette 83G9218 77 *
Program Package Upgrade,
5.25-inch diskette 83G9220 77 *
Program Package Upgrade,
CD-ROM 83G9303 77 *
Upgrade Additional License 83G9314 75 *
Proof of Upgrade Additional
License 83G9315 75 *
User's Guide 83G9260 10
Command Reference and
Error Messages 83G9309 15
Keyboard and Code Pages 83G9310 6
REXX User's Guide and
Command Reference 83G9228 12
* Personal Systems Support Family Support Line charges are
included in the Support Line Standard base fee.
Order
Program Type Feature Part
Name Number Number Number
PC DOS 7 Additional
License -- VALU 5872-AA1 0055 83G9312
PC DOS 7 Upgrade
Additional License
-- VALU 5874-AA1 0017 83G9314
Additional Licenses Charge: Customers who pay a OTC for additional licenses may copy
machine-readable program materials and printed documentation previously acquired from
IBM in a program package. One copy may be made for each additional license ordered.
Program Upgrade Charge: A program upgrade charge will apply for upgrades from all
versions of DOS to PC DOS Version 7.
** Company, product, or service name may be a trademark or service
mark of others.
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