File Manager 2 :: Technical Briefing


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The Problem

Problem:	You update your application, change a file structure and get Error 47. You've tried shipping utility Exe's, but there's too much that can go wrong, and it's a pain when you've got multiple versions in the field. You want something that makes upgrading easy!
Problem:	You want to install on a network, but balance fast load times (i.e. have the program on the workstation) with easy upgrading of the program (i.e. have the program on the server).
Problem:	You need to be able to do File Maintenance at your client's site. Build keys, fix corrupted files, remove duplicate records (after a key was corrupted).
Problem:	You need to be able to scan the data at your client's site with a low-level tool to correct data files containing incorrect values etc.
Problem:	You need a way of knowing which data file is corrupt and causing GPF's at your client's site.
Problem:	You have a DOS or Windows program using the Clarion Driver. You want to upgrade to the TopSpeed driver, but there are umpteen versions of the files out in the field.

The Solution

File Manager 2!

File Manager 2 is a revolutionary tool that simplifies the hassles involved in upgrading your products (data files and program files) as well as simplifying day-to-day data file maintenance.

If you used Clarion Professional Developer for DOS product, and you miss the handle file utilities that came with that, then you'll like File Manager 2.

The Users Say...

"It is excellent - solved all my invalid record errors" - Don Harvey

"I love it as well, a bit expensive, until you have used it a couple of times, then it seems so cheap..." - Tony York

"I bought it. Best thing I ever did! Saves me literally hours of time a month. Support is excellent. Bottom line - GET IT!" - R. Phelps

"Fantastic product! I cannot imagine myself without it!" - Johan van Zyl

Clarion Online says...

"Overall, FM2 is an excellent product. It provides a very easy-to-use solution to a major Clarion problem and even includes some welcome unexpected extras such as C-SCAN. The product does its job very well and it is very hard to find shortcomings." Clarion Online (Jan 98)

The bottom line is that FM2 works, and works well. Hundreds of users are singing its praises so it's no wonder FM2 has been a best selling accessory for over 2 years. Hundreds of users have already got File Manager 2 and seen the massive time saving benefits. Do yourself a favor - check it out - you won't regret it!"

Features

AutoUP - Automatic Data Upgrading Features

Change the dictionary, recompile and distribute your EXE
Supports TopSpeed, Clarion and Btrieve driver files
Supports all file structures except files containing Blobs
Supports arrays (except "group" arrays)
No separate conversion utilities needed
Upgrades multiple versions in one step i.e. your clients don't need to upgrade each version
Allows customers to use data backed up from old versions of your software
Primes new fields in existing records
Change, add or remove keys and key fields
Supports encrypted files and password changes
Extremely safe - because it only uses CW DLL's to access your data files
No hand code required - all implemented in a single global extension template
Supports DET, the Mosley Group's Dictionary Enhancement Templates
Supports Multi-DLL applications, with or without DET
Fully translatable error and warning messages
Allows downgrading of files, but only on demand for maximum safety

AutoNET - Automatic Network Upgrading Features

Works on all networks
You install the upgrade onto the server - the workstations will upgrade themselves
Maximum Network efficiency as only changed files are transferred
Gives your programs quickest possible load time

AutoFIX - Automatic Corrupt File Fixing

Integrates TPSFix into your application
Builds TPE example file on-the-fly so no need to ship them
Completely automatic - no user intervention required
The new freshen feature removes erroneous duplicates from data files

AutoBUILD - Runtime File Management Features

Procedure templates for adding into your code
Allows users to build key files, pack data files and release files at runtime
Allows users to invoke the TPSFix utility from within your application
Automatically lists all the files in your dictionary or all the files in your application
Shows the current number of records in each file - shows the DOS filename of where the file is stored
Easy for your user to use - great for phone support

C-Scan Features

Browse and edit any TopSpeed, Clarion or Btrieve file from an FM2 enabled application
Search across multiple columns - partial search for data within fields - optional replace functionality
View file in any key order
Build keys
Edit memos in Binary or ASCII modes
Freely distributable with your applications

Cost & Availability
File Manager 2 costs $239. This price includes releases for Clarion 5 and Clarion 5.5. To order On-Line visit www.clarionshop.com

For more information contact

or fax +27 21 715 2535. A working demo version can be downloaded from our website - www.capesoft.com/ftp/public/fm2dem.exe