Current Upgrades, Fixes, Other Good Stuff for Macintosh

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Software from Claris / Apple Computer

• 1.2GB Firmware Utility 1.1 - Fixes a problem w/ 1.2GB ATA hard drives in some PowerMac and Performa configurations that can cause a flashing question mark at startup.
• 1400 PMU Updater 1.0.1 - Remedies problem with contrast and brightness controls on PB 1400s.
• 54xx-64xx L2 Cache Reset - You need this if have:
  • A Power Macintosh or Performa 6360/54xx/64xx computer and Mac OS 7.6.1 Update. - or -
  • A Power Macintosh or Performa 6360/54xx/64xx computer and System Software 7.5.3 or later and The "54xx/64xx Update 1.1" extension
• 5400-6400 Disk Tools - Apple drive formatting software specific to these systems. Reformatting or updating your driver with this is recommended.
• 7.5.5 SCSI Server Update 1.0 - Only for use on PowerPC Apple Workgroup Servers running Appleshare 4.2.x.
• ARA 2.1 Client Update and ARA 2.1 Personal Server Update - Increases speed and reliability.
• AS 4.2.1 to 4.2.2 Updater - Resolves incorrectly changing modification dates.
• Apple Displays 1.5.5 Disk 1 [Disk 2 ] - Replaces the AppleVision software. Also:
  
  • AppleVision 750 and AppleVision 850 displays were renamed the Apple ColorSync Displays.
  • Mac OS compatibility is 7.5 and later.
  • Name of the disk set and installation changed to Apple Displays Software.
  • DigitalColor Meter changed so magnification and RGB values work on a non-AppleVision monitor.
  • The Sound Volume control strip module was added to the disk set.
• Apple CD-ROM 5.1.7 - Needed only if you have a DOS Compatible or 6.7x CD-ROM
• Apple Internet Data Detectors 1.0.1 - Control panel that links internet related text to appropriate internet applications.
• Apple Memory Guide 6-97 - Information on the configurations of Mac memory needs.- Acrobat document of memory configuration of all Macs.
• Apple Printer Utility 2.1.1 - Upgrade for this useful utility for configuring laser printers.
• Apple Sys Profiler 1.3.1 - Compatible with all currently shipping (11/3/97) Macs. OS 7.6 required.
• AppleShare Client ZM-3.7.2 - Fixes performance issues w/ OS 8.0, supports volumes larger than 4 Gigabytes on System 7.6 and above (when connected to an AppleShare IP 5.0.2 or other AFP 2.2 compliant server), more.
• Appleshare IP Updates - Main site from all the updates for this Apple server software.
• AppleShare Server 4.2 --> 4.2.1 update - If you don't know what this is, you don't need it
• AppleGuide 2.1 - Upgrade for this "Balloon" help extension.
• AppleShare WS 3.6.5 - AppleShare update for all Macs running system 7.5.1 or later.
• At Ease 3.0.3 Updater - Fixes various bugs.
• CLW Image Density Adjust - If you are experiencing density shift with a Color LaserWriter 12/6x0 after installing a new photo conductor, this unsupported software may help make your print image quality better. Try it.
• CD-ROM Software 5.3.2 - Compatibility fix for some CD formats. MacOS 7.1 for later.
• CFM-68K 4.0 - "Runtime Enabler extension" for 680x0 computers; needed for certain applications which require it.
• Claris Emailer 1.1v3 (4MB) - FREE, best available e-mail program for the Mac.
• Claris Emailer 2.0v1 -> 2.0v2 Update - Bug fixer for this, the best, Mac email program.
• ClarisWorks 4.0v5 Update (2.4) - Corrects problem with Mac with lots of RAM and more.
• ColorSync 2.1.1 - Mainly a compatibility upgrade.
• Color SW 1500 2.2.1 (2.8MB) - Performance and stability enhancements.
• Color SW 2500 2.2.1 (3.1MB) - Performance and stability enhancements for CSW 2400 and 2500.
• Color SW 6000 - Driver software for this series of Apple Color StyleWriter.
• CompuServe Mail for Newton - Allows Newtons to get internet mail; PPP connection to come
• CyberDog 1.1 - Apple internet assistant application is available for [ PPC ] and [68k]
• Desktop Printing 2.0.1 - Improved control over 2.0; same as version shipping with LW 8.4.1.
• Disk_Copy_6.1.2 - Disk imaging software from Apple using NDIF format.
• Disk First Aid 7.2.2 - Same as in 7.5.3 update.
• Display Enabler 2.2.2 - Fixes problem where resolutions are lost after installing Mac OS 7.6.1 on NuBus PowerMacs connected to the AppleVision displays.
• Drive Setup 1.3.1 - This driver update is only required by the following systems with OS 7.6.1 or 8.0 installed:
  • Performa 5400CD,5400/160,5400/180,5410CD,5420CD,5430,5440,6400/180,6360,6360,6400/200,6410,6420
  • Power Macintosh 5400/120,5400/180,5400/200,5500/225,5500/250,6400/200,6500/225,6500/250,6500/275,6500/300
  • Twentieth Anniversary Macintosh
• DOS Compatibility 1.5 - Updates control panel for the Apple DOS card.
• EMailer 1.1v3 Update , or v2->v3 Update , or Lite 1.1v2->v3 Update (not recommended for 68k Macs) - An OT 1.1.1 Fix
• FileMaker Pro Server 3.0v2 update - Bug fixer.
• FileMakerPro 3.0v4 Update (1.7MB) - Nice set of bug fixes and data reliability updates.
• GeoPort and Express Modem Updater 3.1.1 [Disk 1] [ 2 ] - Brings PPC systems w/ GeoPort Adaptor to 33.6bps.
• Graphics Accelerator 1.0.7- A bug fix for ATI video cards. Design for 9500 models, probably helpful for all Macs with ATI boards installed.
• LT to LW Bridge 2.1 - To share localtalk only devices in an ethernet environment.
• LW Fax Tuneup 1.0 - Tune-up for oversize faxes on LW 360f & 810f
• LaserWriter 8.4.1 -[ Disk 1 ][ Disk 2 ][ Disk 3 ][ Disk 4 ][ Disk 5 ]
• LaserWriter 8.4.3 - Supports GX applications, bixes some bugs. Ships with MacOS 8.0.
• Mac OS Runtime for Java - Based on software from Sun Microsystems, Inc. If you don't now you need this, no don't.
• MacPPP 2.5.3 - For problem failing to establish a connection using scripting.
• MoviePlayer 2.5 - QuickTime movie player updated for better playback quality.
• OT/PPP 1.1 - Apple's OpenTrans PPP solution. Requires System 7.5.5 with OT 1.1.1.
  • Implementing this solution can be complicated. SI recommends you have your old PPP software available to re-install if necessary.
• ObjectSupportLib 1.1.6 - Primarily for Filemaker 3 users, here's a description of the update.
• OpenDoc 1.1 - This format or another, this is the future of computing software.
• OpenTransport 1.1.1 - Disk 1 [ 2 ] [ 3 ] [ 4 ] - Stability and performance enhancements.
• OpenTransport 1.1.2 - Disk 1 [ 2 ] [ 3 ] [ 4 ] -
  • This version is NOT recommended by SI due to system conflicts
• PB 150 Update 1.0 - Fixes internal modem problem on PB 150. Not needed with 7.5.1 or later.
• PB 1400 HD Updater 1.0 - Fixes problem where a HD utility does not see a PB 1400 HD as Mac drive.
• PB 1400c/133 Floppy Update 1.0.2 - Fixes problem with floppy, only needed on 133Mhz version.
• PB 3400 Modem Driver Update - Resolves issues with Internal Modem/Ethernet 33.6 card not resetting properly and intermittent Zmodem protocol transfers.
• PC_Compatibility_1.6.1 [ Disk 1 ] and [ Disk 2 ] - Only for a 166 MHz PC Card installed in a Power Mac 4400 or 7220.
• PC Setup DIMM Patch - For 32 or 64 MB Upgrades w/ 12" PC Card.
• PlainTalk 1.5 - Speech recognition software upgrade from Apple. PPC only.
• PowerPC Interrupt Extension - Recommended for all desktop users of MacOS 7.5.5.
• QuickDraw 3D 1.5.1 [Disk 1] [2] [3] - Enables viewing of 3-D graphics.
• QuickTime 2.5 - Faster and supports more graphical formats. [Disk 1] [ Disk 2 ]
• QuickTime MPEG 1.0 - Works with QuickTime 2.5 to provide complete playback and control of MPEG movies.
• QuickTime_Plug-In_1.1.1 - For use with your Mac web browser. Don't forget to apply an additional meg of RAM to the browser app.
• SimpleSound 1.0 - Application for playing and recording sounds.
• System 7.5 Update 2.0 (7.5.3) - All 15-20MB!!
• System 7.5 Upgrade 2.0 Custom Install - Once you upgrade to 7.5.5, you'll notice that you can not perform custom installs of components from the 7.5.3 update or installer. This installer script will allow these updates/add-ons.
• System 7.5.3 Revision 2 [Disk 1] [Disk 2] - Superseded by 7.5.5 (if your system will run it).
• System 7.5.5 Update [Disk 1][Disk 2][Disk 3] - Speed enhancer. For all 7.5.3 users (except certain clones and PB1400).
• Mac OS 7.6.1 Update [ Disk 1 ][ 2 ][ 3 ][ 4 ] - Update for 7.6 users. Properly assigns Type 11 errors, plus other fixes.
• TelePort Platinum Comm Slot firmware update Version 1.510
• Trackpad Climate Control - For PBs 190, 1400, and 2300.
• Video SW Install 1.5.1 [ Disk 1] [ Disk 2 ] - Updates the software for Macs with build-in video features such as the 7600, 8500, and 9500s.
• WGS Mac OS 8 Update - Enables the PCI line of WGS to host from OS 8.

Software from Third Parties

• America On-line 3.0.1 - Far from a recommendation, this is just to maintain a complete site.
• APS PowerTools 4.1 updaters - Consider FWB instead.
• ATI Graphics Accelerator v1.0.7 - Video card driver update
• ATM 3.8.2 Update - Latest free update, but 3.9 is already shipping
• Aaron 1.6.1 - Finder alteration software; simulated "Copland".
• Adobe Acrobat Reader 3.0.1 (w/ Search) [5981k] or w/o Search [4980k]. - For viewing PDF files.
• AfterDark Mac Update - Updates any previous engine of of AD Online to v4.03, which is compatible with Mac system software versions 7.1 to 8.0.
• Anarchie 2.0.1 - Good alternative to Fetch for ftp browsing.
• Baby Games 1.3.1 - Program targeted for kids 18 months to 4 years. Helps young children learn to recognize the alphabet, numbers, geometric shapes, colors, and animals with accompanying sounds.
• Canvas v5.0.3 Mac updater - We have no idea what changes are made here, probably a bug fix.
• CoolTalk for the Mac (2.3MB)- Netscape telecommunications plug-in.
• CorelDRAW 6 Updater - Bug and compatibility fix.
• Deluxe Folder Icon Creator 1.6 - Makes creating attractive custom folder icons simple
• Desktop Patterns Galore 6.0 - 100 clipping files of cool desktop patterns.
• Director 6.0 to 6.01 Updater - Bug fixer with slight enhancements.
• Disinfectant 3.7.1 - Great anti-virus software for NorthWestern U.; Freeware--Busy server.
• DiskTracker 1.1 - Disk cataloging system for the Macintosh.Description.
• Drive Setup 1.3 - For initializing, updating, partitioning, and testing Apple SCSI and IDE hard drives. Released w/ MacOS 8.
• DropStuff 4.0 - Great compression software from Aladdin Systems
• DragThing 2.0 - Similar, but more powerful than Apple's Launcher.
• Eric Launcher 1.1 - Control Strip module for launching applications. Great for PBs.
• Epson Color Printer Updates - Includes 11/7/97 updates for the Stylus 600,800, and 3000.
• Eudora Internet Mail Server - Freeware POP mail server for small and medium sized businesses.
• Eudora Light 3.1.3 Mac - Decent shareware email application.
• Eudora Pro 3.1 updater - Some added features, mainly bug fixer.
• FaxSTF updates - Choose from the type of software you're running.
• FedEx Ship 2.0 Mac - Good software for FedEx shippers. Assists in management and billing of shipped goods.
• Fetch 3.0.3 - Bug fix for the updated 3.0.2.
• FinderHeapFix 1.0.1 - Use if you are having "Out of memory" issues w/ 7.5.5.
• Fonts Manager 3.6.2 - Font management shareware. Not tested by SI.
• Fractal Design Updates - Includes updates of Painter.
• Freehand 7.0.2 - Flash file support, enhanced GIF89a export, and improved support for Photoshop 4 and PDF files.
• Free PPP 2.5v3 - Full version release of this popular PPP software.
• Free PPP 2.5v2 to v3 Patch - Fixes bug that causes Type 11 error in 2.5v2.
• FWB CD-ROM Toolkit Patch - Fixes bug using this FWB software under Mac OS 8 on some 68040 based Macs.
• FWB HDT 2.0.6 Update (2.8MB) - Compatibility and bug fix. HDT 2.0.5->2.0.6 Update
• FWB SCSI Device Driver Update IDE Update - Updated drivers for v2.x HDT/RAID.
• GifBuilder-0.5 - Update for this application that builds annimated .gif's for the web.
• Global Village Ethernet Updater 1.0 - For users of Global Village PowerPort Platinum Pro PC Card.
• Global Village Teleport 2.5.6 Update - For all Teleport users
• Global Village Teleport Platinum 1.511 firmware - Increases many external models to 33.6bps.
• Gregs Browser - An alternative way of navigating your HD. Same note as above.
• Guru v2.4.3 - Update for this RAM configuration utility.
• HDT 2.0.1 Updater - Fixes many serious bugs in v2.0.
  • HDT 2.0.1 CrisisApplication Update
  • HDT 2.0.1 CrisisTool Update
• HDT Device Drivers - For v2.x of HDT including RAID and Personal Edition .
• HP Background Utility 4.07 - may fix problems with HP's inkjet printer drivers
• HP LaserJet 8.2.1 - HP LaserJet PostScript printer software v 8.2.1
• Hawkeye 4.5.0 - Latest video card driver release from Number 9.
• Illustrator Gif Plug-in - Adobe's Gif89a export plug-in for creating web graphics.
• Illustrator 6.0.2 update - Bug fix recommended for all 6.x users.
• Illustrator 7.0.1 Update - Enhances and fixes various bugs in 7.0.
• InstallerMaker 4.1.1 - For software developers and distributors to create Installers
• Internet Explorer 3.0.1 (Mac) - Excellent improvement from Microsoft (thought I'd never say that).
• Iomega Mac Tools 5.0.3 - For both Zip and Jaz drives.
• Internet Explorer 3.0a - Bug fix for this Netscape Navigator rival.
• Kaleidoscope 1.7.3 - Enhancements to OS 8 with better integration with the system.
• Kaleidoscope Collections - Additional schemes for the Kaleidoscope finder alteration application.
• Klondike 6.0 - Popular Mac solitaire game.
• LanTest 2.0.1 - Tool for network administrators to test the performance of AppleTalk networks.
• Live Picture 2.5.1 Update - Improved support for acquire modules, memory management...
• MOM 4.2.1c Updater - Microsoft Office Manager. For all Mac users of Office 4.2 or 4.2.1.
• Macintosh Startup Screens - A few different options from a Mac dedicated ISP.
• MacOS Purge - Recovers "lost" RAM not release by system after quiting applications in 7.5.3
• MacPGP - "Pretty Good Privacy". Encryption for the Mac.
• MacRestart 2.0.2 - Not for most folks, but this will automatically restart your Mac at a specified time.
• MacTCP Watcher 2.0 - TCP/IP management / tracing tool.
• Microsoft FontPack - For non-postscript users...here's a bunch of TrueType Fonts
• Microsoft Internet Mail and News 1.0 - E-Mail and News application.
• Microsoft PowerPoint 97-98 Import Converter - Read this site carefully for conversion information of PowerPoint docs.
• MouseWorks Updater 5.02 - Requires Kensington Startup extension version 4.10 or later.
• NetDoubler 1.2.2 - Corrects a logic error with Nubus macs. Must have Asante hardware.
• Netscape 4.0.4 - Added PNG graphic format, Java and JavaScript, and various bug fixes.
  • Netscape 3.0.1 w/ 128-bit encryption - For more secure transactions on the web (US only).
• Netscape Chat - Allows on-line, real time communication with other users.
• Netscape Defrost - Developers fix to Netscape crashes on the Mac.
• Netscape Plug-ins - Check out the available options for adding functionality to your browser.
• Netware Client 5.11 Update - Fixes errors where: 1) System 8 users could not login via the Chooser using NetWare Encryption. 2) Customers using Nubus LAN cards and (OT) were not able to use the Novell Client. 3) User selects the Collect for Output in QuarkExpress v3.32. and has error. 4) MacIPX Ethernet always uses OT calls if the mac is a PCI-based mac.
• Newer Gauges - Handy set of software gauges for your Mac
• Newer RAM Meter - RAM Testing and measurement tool from Newer Technologies.
• NewsTicker 2.0 - From IBM, live headlines scroll across your screen via the internet.
• Newswatcher v2.1.3 - Updated software for all you news groupies.
• Norton Disk Doctor 3.2 -> 3.2.4 Upgrade - Fixes compatibility issues with 7.6.
• Norton Disk Doctor 3.5.1 Update PPC or 68k - Fixes bugs that prevent corruption during optimization.
• Norton Utilities Speed Disk 3.5.1 Updater - Bug fix, Symantec's site does not state what is fixed.
• Norton Utilities 3.2.1 Update - Fixes problem between Disk Doctor 3.2 and FWB's HD ToolKit.
• Notify Mail - Checks for the presence of new mail in most TCP/IP email programs.
• Now Up-to-Date and Contact 3.6.2 Updater (6.2MB) - Mainly a bug fixer.
• Number Nine's HawkEye 4.5 driver - For owners of the Millennium video card.
• OT/PPP Strip 1.0.1 - Control Strip module that works with OT/PPP.
• OT/PPP Toggle 2.0.3 - PPP up/down tool for users of OT/PPP.
  • Requires min. System 7.5.5, AppleScript 1.1, Open Transport 1.1.1, Open Transport PPP 1.0
• PPPop 1.5 - New version of this PPP management program. "The arrow thing" to many SI clients.
• PPP Menu 2.0.2 - Update/bug fix for this PPP management software.
• Pagemaker 6.5.2 Update - Fixes numerous bugs.
• Performa 5xxx-6xxx Tester 1.0 - For 5xxx/6xxx series Macs to help isolate system freezes
• Photoshop 4.0.1 Update - Adds a "Fade" command to the Filter menu and fixes multiple bugs.
• Pop Character Pro 1.0.2 - Popular font utility, great for graphic designers especially.
• Pretty Good Privacy - A high-security cryptographic software application.
  • Pretty Good Privacy Freeware - Encryption software for the Mac.
• QuarkXpress 3.32r5 - PPC only, required for running Xpress w/ QuarkImmedia.
• Quicken 6.0r7 update - Quicken 6 for Macintosh, release R7, recommended for all 6.0 users.
• Quicken 7 r6 - Bug fixer.
• QuicKeys 3.5.2 Update - PPC native update.
• QuickMail Express - CE tries to get back in the game with this email application.
• RAM Doubler 2.0.2 Update - Fixes an issue mounting floppies w/ OS 8.0, problems w/ Macs w/ DOS cards, and increased reliability in applications such as Netscape.
• RealAudio Plug-in - For listening to recorded and live sounds on-line
• Retrospect 3.0A Update - Primarily a bug fixer for versions 3.0 and 3.0i.
• Retrospect 4.0 driver update - Supports new drives and a work around to a bug in the "MESH" SCSI controller found on various Macintosh and compatible computers.
• SAM_4.5.1 PPC [FAT] - Conflict and bug fix.
• SAM November Virus Definitions - Updated monthly.
• SCSIProbe 3.5 - "The ultimate SCSI Utility" - p.s. Version 4.0 is a joke, use this
• Sanitize It! Turns the Windows logo into the MacOS in Internet Explorer
• Shockwave Plug-In - Newly updated. PPC, 68k
• SilverLining 5.8.1 Update - Fixes problems with OS 8 and more.
• SilverLining Lite 2.1.1 Update - Fixes problems with OS 8 and more.
• SoftwareFPU 3.04 - For shareware users OR SoftwareFPU 3.04 Patch - For registered users.
• SoundApp 2.2.3 - Update for this popular sound playback application.
• Symantec has released an updater for SoftWindows but it must be downloaded using Fetch 3.0.1 ftp software due to a Symantec incompatibility.
  
  • ftp://ftp.insignia.com/mac/SoftWin3.0/SW3.0.2.sea.bin- For SoftWindows 3.0
    
  • ftp://ftp.insignia.com/mac/SoftWin3.0/SW95_1.02.sea.bin- For SoftWindows 95
    
• SoundApp 2.2 - PPC native sound player and converter for Mac
• Speed Doubler Updates - Includes v1.3.3 and 2.0.3.
• Spell Catcher 1.5.8 Update - Bug fixer for this great universal spell checker.
• Stuffit Deluxe Upgrade - 4.0 --> 4.01 Update. Smooths out a few bugs.
• Stuffit Expander 4.0 - DropStuff's decompression companion
• Suitcase 3.0.2 Update - Suitcase 3.0.2 patcher for FAT installs. Fixes OS 8 issues with shared fonts.
• Supra 33.6bps FirmWare Upgrade - For SupraSonic 288V+, SupraFAXModem 288, SupraExpress 288 and Supra Simple Internet modems.
• SupraFAXModem 288e Firmware - Version: 1.440-25 upgrade to 33.6bps
• TechTool 1.12 - Utility for some basic Mac diagnostics and repair.
• Todd's Game'ware Page - This is another site with good Mac free/shareware games.
• Turbo ToolKit 1.0.1 update - Long awaited update from FWB to fix their flop of v1.0.
• UMax updates - UMax has posted a software driver page for your convenience.
• UnmountIt 1.0 - Unmounts and ejects sharable volumes when File Sharing is
• US Robotics PC Card Update - Firmware update to 33.6bps for USR PCMCIA cards.
• VirtualPC 1.0.1 - Bug fix and enhancement for users of Windows 95 and Windows 3.11.
  • VirtualPC 1.0.1 for 3.11 Only - Additional updater for users of Windows 3.11.
• Wacom 2.5.1 Driver - Newer version coming soon, but this one is the most current, bug free version.
• WhatRoute1.4.3 - Provides Ping, Traceroute, DNS lookups, Whois and Finger, and more.
• WordPerfect update 3.5.2 (2.8MB) - Fixes bug between ATI video cards and WordPerfect.