NetMail/3000 Menu Interface

Users Guide

MultiMedia Customization

When the NetMail/3000 PC software installs, one of the processes scans the MS Windows control file (WIN.INI) to get an idea of the types of applications you have installed on your PC. NetMail/3000 generates a list of the file types and applications which process them in a com- pressed (but readable) format in a file called NMLAUNCH.INI in the directory you defined in with the NETMAILMM variable (C:\NETMAIL by default). A sample control file might look like this:

;

NMLAUNCH.INI - initialization file

;File containing applications to be run according to the extension of

;the filename passed as the argument to NMLAUNCH.EXE - the application

;is passed the name of the ’argument’ file at ’launch’ time.

;File format is free and flexible: {extension name} = {application to run}

;Spaces (and tabs) may be used freely as delimiters. When a semicolon (’;’)

;appears at any position of any line, the remainder of the line is considered

;a comment and is ignored, as is an entirely blank line.

rc1 = c:\r1win\r1win.exe rcl = c:\r1win\r1win.exe rcf = c:\r1win\r1win.exe cal = calendar.exe

crd = cardfile.exe trm = terminal.exe txt = notepad.exe ini = notepad.exe bmp = pbrush.exe wri = write.exe rec = recorder.exe hlp = winhelp.exe not = notepad.exe

The file is easily modifiable using any PC based file editor (in fact, Windows Notepad will do just fine). Since NetMail/3000’s installation process only scans the WIN.INI file [EXTEN- SIONS] section, there are often other applications which you might want to identify and allow NetMail/3000 to pass files to. To add a new application and file type to the control file, simply open the file using a file editor, add the new extension = application line, and keep the file. The next time you start up NetMail/3000, the new application’s data files will be recognized.

For example, many PCs without sound cards have the PC Speaker driver installed to play sounds on their machine. By default, this application is often not caught by the NetMail/3000

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NetMail/3000 specifications

HP NetMail/3000 was a pioneering messaging system designed primarily for the Hewlett-Packard 3000 series of computers. This innovative email system became popular in the late 1980s and early 1990s, providing users with a robust platform for electronic communication, data sharing, and collaboration within organizations.

One of the key features of HP NetMail/3000 was its user-friendly interface, which allowed even less technical users to navigate and utilize its capabilities effectively. The system supported a wide array of email functionalities, including sending and receiving messages, creating distribution lists, and managing folders. Users could also attach files effortlessly, making it easy to share documents and other resources.

Underlying the HP NetMail/3000 system was a set of advanced technologies that enabled its robust performance. Built on the MPE/iX operating system, it leveraged the strengths of HP’s proprietary architecture. The system utilized a client-server model, allowing multiple users to access their emails simultaneously without degradation in performance. This architecture also facilitated easier management of the mail server, as system administrators could perform tasks such as backups and upgrades without disrupting user access.

Another remarkable characteristic of HP NetMail/3000 was its integration capabilities with other applications. The messaging system could seamlessly connect with various data management systems, enabling users to pull in data and automate workflows. This integration made it possible to create dynamic email notifications based on database events and streamline business processes.

Security was also a focal point for HP NetMail/3000. The system supported user authentication, ensuring that only authorized personnel could access sensitive information. Furthermore, messages could be encrypted, protecting the privacy of the communications exchanged over the network.

In terms of storage, HP NetMail/3000 offered significant capabilities to manage large volumes of email data. Users could organize their messages efficiently, archiving important communications while maintaining quick access to frequently used emails.

Despite its eventual decline with the rise of more modern email platforms, HP NetMail/3000 was a crucial stepping stone in the evolution of electronic mail systems. Its features, performance, and integration capabilities helped lay the groundwork for the sophisticated communication tools we use today. The legacy of HP NetMail/3000 endures as an important chapter in the history of digital communication.
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