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    Program and System Files: ball32setup.exe Updated 6/17/2007 Instructions are below.
cdrom.gif (3191 bytes)ball32setup.exe(17 mb) (This is a free upgrade for all registered Ball32 users.  Simply download and install!

   Operations Manual: ball32Manual.pdf Updated 6/17/2007
ball32manual.pdf (3.7 mb)

    The Sample version allows you to enter and update sample data but you may not add teams or roster data.  In order to enjoy full use of Ball32 you must purchase and register your software.  Click here for purchasing information.

Ball32 Sample Manual
INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNET DISTRIBUTED BALL SAMPLE PROGRAM
(complete instructions are included with program purchase)

Print these instructions!

Download and Installation Instructions

Windows Vista Users:  You must be logged in as an administrator in order to successfully install Ball32.  Please see the PDF manual for other Windows Vista considerations, including needed security level changes necessary for the Borland Database Engine.

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Click the button above to download ball32setup.exe.

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Follow download instructions appropriate to your browser.

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You will probably be given a choice of a folder or directory for the download. Use the directory or folder to which you normally download files.

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Once the file is downloaded, run the downloaded file (ball32setup.exe). The following window should appear:
              

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This program will extract the Ball32 setup files to your systems "temp" folder and launch the Windows setup program.

bulletAfter a few moments the opening screen should appear. After reading the message, click the "next" button.
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Now you can choose the folder/directory from which Ball32 will be run. It defaults to your C: drive, in the folder Binx\Ball32. If you'd like to choose a different Install folder, click the "Browse" Button. From this window you can either key in the desired folder location, or point and click to choose a folder.

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If you're installing to a network, you can enter any valid network drive here. Keep in mind that you must run the setup program from a network work station, then run the system install on all other work stations. See the section on Network Installation Notes.

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After choosing the directory, click the OK button. If you've chosen a folder that does not exist, you'll get a warning message. If the message displays your desired install folder, click "yes" to continue, then click the "next" button.

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Next, you will be asked to choose the "program" folder where the Ball32 program icons will be located. It defaults to "Ball32". However, if you have other Binx programs, you may want to change this to the "Binx" Folder. After you've made your selection, Click the "next" button.

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Now the install program lets you review your choices. If all is OK, click the "next" button to begin the Install process. Otherwise, click the "Back" button to make changes.

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Once the install program completes, you can choose to Start Ball32 Immediately. In some cases, you may have to restart your computer for the program to run correctly.

System File Installation

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If you plan to run Ball32 on a network you should install the program files from a work station onto the server, the run the system files installation (BinxSysInstall.exe) from each Ball32 work station. Updated 4/9/2004

BinxSysInstall.exe
(7.8Mb)
While the program files needs to be installed just once on the server, the System files needs to be installed on each work station.  

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Click the image above to download the file "BinxSysInstall.exe"

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Once the files are downloaded, run the downloaded BinxSysInstall.exe.  The following window should appear on your screen:

    Click on the OK button to begin the process. The setup files will be extracted to your system's "Temporary" folder.  Once all files are extracted, the Windows Setup program will load.  
     Instructions for installing the System Files Windows Setup program is similar to that of the Program Files Windows Setup program except that you will not be given a choice of installation folder.  
    All files will be installed to your Windows System folder and the Program Files\Common Files\Borland\BDE Folder.  Several registry entries will also be made.
    The system files consist mainly of the "Borland Database Engine," version 5.2.02"   This database engine is featured in several programming languages as well as WordPerfect.  In some rare instances, installation of the BDE may conflict with an existing version.  If that happens, please contact Binx Custom Software.

Network Considerations

bulletFirst and foremost, DO NOT RUN THE SYSTEM FILES SETUP PROGRAM FROM THE SERVER UNLESS YOU ALSO PLAN TO USE THE SERVER AS A WORK STATION. The System Files setup program copies several files to the Windows System directory, and makes several entries in the Registry. These files will simply clutter up your server. While they will not impair server performance, they will waste disk space.
bulletIf you plan to use Ball32 on a Network, you will need to install the Program Files to a shared network folder.  This folder must appear to all work stations using Copy Genie as the same mapped drive (see below).  Users running Ball32 must have "Change" access to this folder on a Windows NT network.
bulletThen you will need to run the System install program from each workstation, and create desktop shortcuts pointing to the folder where the Ball32 Program files were installed.  Be sure to use the same "destination" path at each workstation. For example, if one workstation sees your Ball32 Program Folder as drive O:\BINX\Ball32, ALL workstations must also use this same setup path. To make this process easier, place the installation CD into the server's CD drive and temporarily map a drive from the workstation to the server's CD and run the installation from the server. You may also copy all files from the installation CD onto a "public" directory on the server and run the install program off the network drive.

Program Registration

    While you are certainly not required to register your program, the restrictions place on the evaluation version essentially make the program worthless for practical use.
    If you decide you would like to purchase the program click on the Order Form link.  If you're interested in a custom modification, contact Binx Custom Software.

Operating Instructions

    For complete operating instructions, please download and/or print the Ball32 manual.  You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your system in order to read the manual. Click here to download the Ball32 Manual

    Until you register you program, you will be be presented with a registration screen each time you start Ball32. Use the word 'SAMPLE' in both company name and Registration number to run as a features-limited evaluation version. Upon payment, you'll be given a valid registration number.

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