You can set up a network between a group of computers or you can create a network between a group of computers and a server. A network allows for multiple computers to share the same information. A network also allows multiple computers to share resources, for instance you can have two computers hooked up to a network with several machines. One computer can be running EDS software while the other computer is running ENS.
For complete instructions on setting up a network, please refer to the network section in your Microsoft Windows reference manual.
Specific Requirements
EDS software requires the Novell client and the IPX/SPX protocol to be loaded in order to work with Ethernet peripherals. The IPX frame type MUST be set to “Ethernet 802.3.”
ENS will function with the same configuration as stated for EDS but, it is not necessary to set the frame type with ENS.
ENS will also function with the Microsoft client (as installed from the Microsoft Windows CD). The IPX/SPX protocol does NOT need to be loaded but, either the Novell or Microsoft client must be installed.