TITLE
    Support for Apple Software
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Created:
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6/29/99
5/31/00

TOPIC

    This article directs customers to technical support and information for Apple Software that does not have a specific Product Support page.


DISCUSSION

    For support and information on Older Macintosh Operating Systems please see Tech Info Library article: Article 26181 " Support for Older Macintosh Operating Systems ." Support for Mac OS 8.x can be found on the specific Product pages at " Apple Support - Software ". Choose the version or application from the "Select Other" menu.
    If you have looked at product support information in the resources listed below and have not found a resolution to your Software or Mac OS related issue, you may wish to proceed directly to the
  • Mac OS Tech Exchange Discussion Forum
  • .


    Please be aware that issues and solutions for Older System Software found in the Tech Info Library have often been solved in more recent releases of System Software. Therefore, it is recommended that you run the most recent system software that is compatible with your Macintosh Computer.

    Finding Technical Information and Software Updates for Apple Software Applications.

    Technical Information - Tech Info Library (TIL)

    Technical information on the following Apple Software applications can be found in the Tech Info Library by going to the Apple Software category, or searching the Current TIL database or the Archive TIL database. The Tech Info Library article number 22104: How to Search for Articles gives an overview of the use of the TIL including the use of keywords, constructing searches and relevance ranking. Software titles that appear as a link have product support pages which provide extensive and specific technical assistance.

    AIX HyperCard
    Apple Media Tool Internet Connection
    Apple Network Admin. Toolkit Language Kits & International SW
    Apple Remote Access (ARA) LocalTalk-EtherTalk-Token Ring
    ApplePhone Mac OS
    AppleScript Mac OS X
    AppleShare Ofoto & HyperScan
    AppleTalk OpenDoc
    AppleWorks OPENSTEP
    At Ease PlainTalk
    A/UX QuickDraw 3D
    Claris Software QuickDraw GX
    ColorSync QuickTime
    DAL (Data Access Language) SimpleText & TeachText
    Final Cut Pro Third-Party Software

    Software Updates for Apple Software Applications:

    Software Updates can be downloaded from the Apple Support Web Site, Purchased from the Apple Store, Ordered online from Apple Support Related Fulfillment (SRF), or for old and discontinued products they can often be purchased from third party companies.

    Downloading Software Updates : Go to http://apple.com/swupdates . For more complete information on all software download options read the TIL article 14724 " Where to Find Apple Support "

    Apple Store: New releases of Software Applications that are not available as a free downloadable update can be purchased from the Apple Store. You may order directly from the Apple Store by calling 1-800-795-1000 in the United States. Or check out the Apple Store on the Web.

    Apple Support Related Fulfillment (SRF) - Read the TIL article 60006 " Software Fulfilment Options "
    This article will help to identify the recommended method of acquiring the most appropriate software for an Apple product.

    Apple Software Order Center : The Apple Order Center supports upgrades and updates for Apple and Claris branded software. For more upgrade, update and product information go to the Apple Product website at: http://www.apple.com/products/

    Key issues and support information regarding Apple Software Products:

    Several articles in the Tech Info Library have been created from frequently asked questions:

    Article 18785: " Open Transport and PPP: Frequently Asked Questions "
    Use this Search for a selection of " Open Transport 1.1.1" Frequently Asked Questio ns
    Article 18052: " Apple Media Tool: v2.0 Frequently Asked Questions "
    Article 18909: " At Ease 3.0: Frequently Asked Question s "
    Article 20678: " At Ease 4.0: Frequently Asked Question s "
    Article 18217: " Apple Remote Access: Frequently Asked Questions "

    Other articles describe specific issues identified in Apple Software Application Products:

    Article 16145: A ppleShare: Platforms and & Mac OS Releases Supported
    This article details the supported platforms (see the following Note) and Mac OS releases for the AppleShare product line.
    Note : Supported means users can expect technical assistance from Apple and all issues will be prioritized along with all other development efforts.

    Article 30410: Open Transport 1.3 to 1.3.1 Update Information
    The Open Transport 1.3 to 1.3.1 Update application may be used with any Mac OS compatible computer and Mac OS 8.1. This article includes technical information about this update as well as where to find it.

    Article 32034: At Ease: Known Issue with Mac OS 8.5
    At Ease is compatible with Mac OS 8.5. However, there is one issue that users should be aware of that is described in the article.

    Article 30862: ASIP 6.0: At Ease Web Plug-in Issues
    This article discusses known issues with At Ease Web Plug-in 5.0.1 on AppleShare IP (ASIP)6.0 servers.

    Tech Exchange - Discussion Forum
    If you have searched the Tech Info Library and Software Updates and you are still unable to find an answer to your Apple Software Application related question please visit the Tech Exchange Discussion Forum. The following categories are found in the Applications Discussion Forum .

    Apple Internet Connection Kit HyperCard
    Apple Media Tool Language Kits
    At Ease 3.x and earlier OpenDoc General
    At Ease 4.0.x Other
    At Ease 5.0.x Software Bundles/3rd Party

    You can use the search option to search for discussions relating to your question, or you can read through the existing posts. Finally, if you have exhausted all other options please post your question. If you are new to the Discussion Forum there is a Help document available at the top of every page called " How to Use ".

    The following categories are found in the Networking & Servers Discuss ion Forum .

    Apple Workgroup Servers and Network Servers Open Transport
    AppleShare / AppleShare IP / File Sharing Network Connectivity
    Apple Remote Access Other

    You can use the search option to search for discussions relating to your question, or you can read through the existing posts. Finally, if you have exhausted all other options please post your question. If you are new to the Discussion Forum there is a Help document available at the top of every page called " How to Use ".

    If you have tried all of the above Online options for solving your Apple Software related question and you still need help, please review the Support Options web site.


Document Information
Product Area: Apple Software
Category: At Ease; Internet Connection; Language Kits & International SW
Sub Category: General Topics

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