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MOVED OVER PR NEWSWIRE AT 2:53 PM, PDT, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 1991.
Contact:
John Cook
Apple Computer, Inc.
408-974-3145
Roy McDonald
Connectix Corporation
800-950-5880 (voice)
415-324-2958 (fax)
AppleLink: CONNECTIX
Connectix MODE32 To Be Distributed
At No Charge By Apple
CUPERTINO, California -- September 5, 1991 -- Apple Computer, Inc.
and Connectix Corporation today announced a distribution agreement
under which Apple has acquired the rights to distribute at no
charge Connectix's popular Apple Macintosh software utility,
MODE32. The software provides users of Apple's Macintosh II, IIx,
IIcx, and SE/30 systems access to the powerful memory addressing
features of System Software 7.0.
Under the terms of the agreement, Connectix has provided Apple
with a version of the software licensed for unlimited copying by
Apple, its authorized resellers and any end-user. Apple is
distributing copies of the software to major Macintosh
installations, user groups, and reseller locations worldwide.
MODE32 will also be made available on CompuServe, America OnLine,
AppleLink and other electronic bulletin board services (see
Editors' Note below).
Financial details of the announcement were not disclosed.
MODE32 is Connectix's fourth major commercial memory management
utility for the Macintosh. The software lets users of Macintosh
IIx, IIcx and SE/30 systems access up to 128MB of physical RAM
using System 7 and Mac II customers up to 72MB, which was not
possible previously on these four systems. MODE32 is not needed
for the Macintosh LC, IIci, IIsi, IIfx; it is not useful on the
Macintosh Plus, SE, Classic or Portable.
Apple also announced that a future release of its system software
would incorporate similar capabilities to MODE32. 32-bit
addressing is a feature of System 7.0 that allows the Macintosh to
access up to 128MB of physical memory or up to 1,024MB (one
gigabyte) of virtual memory. Without MODE32 or equivalent
software, certain Macintosh models (II, IIx, IIcx and SE/30) do
not have the internal capabilities to take advantage of 32-bit
addressing.
"This agreement with Connectix is a win for our customers," said
Eric Harslem, Apple vice president, Desktop Systems. "We see our
work with Connectix as providing an immediate and proven solution
to those customers who have switched to System 7 and want to add
more RAM now. Over time, we'll take additional steps to integrate
a solution into our standard our system software."
"Making MODE32 available to the entire Macintosh community was the
best approach for Apple to take," noted Roy K. McDonald, president
of Connectix. "This agreement demonstrates that today, Apple is
strengthening its commitment to supporting its users by working
closely with third-party system software developers."
Current owners of MODE32 can receive a refund from Apple for their
purchase. U.S. customers should contact The Apple Customer
Assistance Center at (800) 776-2333. Customers will be directed
to return the original product diskette for an automatic refund of
$100. If a valid sales receipt for a larger amount is enclosed
(up to the original list price of $169 plus tax) the full purchase
price will be refunded. To qualify for the refund the product
must have been purchased prior to Sept. 5, 1991, and the diskette
must be received by Apple or postmarked no later than Dec. 31,
1991. Customers outside the U.S. should contact their local sales
office for program details.
The Apple USA Customer Assistance Center will provide all users of
the product installation and usage support as well as answering
questions on virtual memory, RAM installation or other System 7
related features.
This distribution agreement pertains only to MODE32. Connectix's
other Macintosh utilities -- MAXIMA, HAND-Off II, OPTIMA and
VIRTUAL -- are unaffected by this agreement and continue to be
sold through their normal commercial distribution channels. These
utilities are not licensed for copying, posting on bulletin boards
or any other unauthorized distribution.
Connectix designs, manufacturers, distributes and publishes
innovative products for the Macintosh family of computers.
Effective Sept. 1, 1991 Connectix has relocated to new facilities
at 2655 Campus Drive in San Mateo, Calif. 94403. For more
information call Connectix at (800) 950-5880, international (415)
571-5100, fax (415) 571-5195 or AppleLink CONNECTIX.
Apple Computer, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of advanced
computer systems for educational institutions, business and the
home.
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Apple, the Apple logo and Macintosh are registered trademarks of
Apple Computer, Inc.
MODE32, OPTIMA 2.0, MAXIMA 2.0 and Virtual 3.0 are a trademark of
Connectix Corporation.
EDITORS' NOTE: As of today, Apple and Connectix have begun an
aggressive campaign to post MODE32 on many electronic services:
--AppleLink. MODE32 can be found in the "Apple Products" area
under "System 7 Information," "Software," "Third Party Software
Upgrades for 7.0," "Connectix MODE32". MODE32 can also be found
under the Connectix Icon in the "Third Parties" area beginning
Sept. 10.
--America Online (path, "System 7," "System 7 and Related
Software," "System 7 and Supporting Software")
--CompuServe ("GO MACAVEN", select Section 8)
--BIX
Apple/Connectix Agreement
Questions & Answers
9.5.91
Q. What is Apple announcing today?
A. Apple is announcing 3 things:
--We recognize our commitment to fulfill the obligation to
Macintosh II, IIx, IIcx, and SE/30 customers who want to address
additional physical dynamic random-access memory (DRAM).
--Apple has signed an agreement with Connectix under which their
product, MODE32 (introduced 2 months ago), will be made available
at no charge to all Apple customers. MODE32 lets the Macintosh
IIx, IIcx, and SE/30 address up to 128 MB of physical DRAM and the
Macintosh II address up to 68 MB of physical DRAM.
--Apple will incorporate, in a future version of system software,
long-term support for additional memory addressing for these
models.
Q. What about Connectix customers who have already purchased
MODE32 at the retail price?
A. Customers who purchased MODE32 prior to today can get a refund
from Apple simply by sending their original MODE32 disk to Apple
at:
Apple Computer, Inc.
Attn: MODE32 Refund Program
20525 Mariani Avenue, M/S 73P
Cupertino, CA 95014
(Outside the USA, please contact your nearest Apple business
office.) Apple will send you a check for $100 within 8 to 12
weeks. If you paid more than $100, simply send your receipt along
with the disk and we will refund the full amount of the receipt up
to $169.00.
Q. If I have questions, whom do I call?
A. Call Apple at 1-800-776-2333.
Q. Where can I get a copy of MODE32?
A. As of today, Apple and Connectix have begun an aggressive
campaign to post MODE32 on many electronic services:
--AppleLink. MODE32 can be found in the "Apple Products" area
under "System 7 Information," "Software," "Third Party Software
Upgrades for 7.0," "Connectix MODE32". MODE32 can also be found
under the Connectix Icon in the "Third Parties" area beginning
September 10.
--America Online (path, "System 7," "System 7 and Related
Software," "System 7 and Supporting Software")
--Compuserve ("GO MACAVEN", select Section 8)
--BIX
MODE32 was also sent, via AppleLink, to all Macintosh user groups
around the world. Apple field personnel will receive a disk copy
of MODE32 on or about September 13.
Q. Where can I get an instruction manual?
A. A "Read Me (MODE32)" file is available on line with MODE32 and
contains all the necessary installation instructions.
Q. Are there any known compatibility issues with MODE32?
A. We know of only 2 compatibility issues with MODE32. None of
these compatibility issues is serious and we expect that all will
be addressed by the manufacturers of the individual products.
1. Disklock. When Disklock is activated, MODE32 is disabled.
2. MacDraw Pro. When text is selected, in certain modes, the
selection is offset by a small amount.
Note: Additional memory addressing above 8 MB is available only
when your Macintosh has 32-bit addressing turned on. Some
applications may not run correctly in 32-bit mode. Therefore,
applications that are not 32-bit compatible will not run properly
even when MODE32 is present.
Q. How does MODE32 work?
A. MODE32 is a control panel that works with System 7. Like all
control panels, installing MODE32 under System 7 is easy. Just
drag it to the System Folder. MODE32 must be turned on from its
control panel. Open the control panel and select "enable." Then,
without restarting, open the Memory control panel. The 32-bit
addressing capability and larger virtual memory (VM) space (except
for VM in Macintosh II machines that do not have a PMMU installed)
become available. You will have to restart for any changes you
make to the Memory control panel to take effect.
Q. When do I need MODE32?
A. If you own a Macintosh II, IIx, IIcx, or SE/30 and you wish to
install more than 8 MB of physical DRAM or access more than 13 MB
of virtual memory.
Q. Do I need MODE32 for other Macintosh models?
A. No. Some models (LC, IIsi, IIci, or IIfx) already have the
ability to address more RAM without MODE32. The Macintosh Plus,
Classic, SE and Portable models do not benefit from MODE32.
Q. Does this affect the commercial status of any other Connectix
products?
A. No. Connectix will continue to sell four other Macintosh
utilities, HAND Off II, Optima 2.0, Maxima 2.0, and Virtual 3.0,
as commercial products. These are licensed for single-user,
single-system use and may not be copied or distributed through
bulletin board services.
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END
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