If you have been receiving emails from the server regarding ‘Hung Symantec Processes’, you do not need to be concerned.
We are aware of this problem and we are working to resolve this issue as soon as we can.
This issue does not require any user input from your end.
Symantec Endpoint Protection is now available for your Smart-Net Server.
Click on the following link to read more information on how to protect your Smart-Net Server, Smart-RAS Server and your local client workstations. Symantec Endpoint Protection
The asTTle team has released this Update to the Mac OS X version of asTTle V4 Multi-User Client and asTTle V4 Single-User.
This Update will address the following:
Please follow this link for instructions on how to install on each local machine - http://www.tki.org.nz/r/asttle/updates_e.php
Click on the link below to register to receive your Symantech Anti-Virus Discs so your school will be ready for the changeover.
The Ministry of Education have started sending out letters to schools regarding changing to Symantec for their Anti-Virus solution.
We are still in talks with the Ministry in regards to Symantec working with Smart-Net. We hope to have this resolved with a working solution for Smart-Net schools in term 4.
Please continue with eTrust 8.1 at this stage.
We have confirmed there is an issue with Google Searching if you are using Watchdog’s Proxy Service.
Watchdog have confirmed this is an issue at their end and are working to resolve.
Change your proxy from Campusnet to Smart-Net in the Smart-Net Proxy Configuration.
Ring us if you need help in doing this.
Regards,
The Smart-Net Team
For users that are encountering a ‘Debug’ message when using Daily Notices in Internet Explorer 6, will need to download & install the latest version of Internet Explorer 7. Click here to download Internet Explorer 7.
Be aware of a virus that is doing the rounds called “Antivirus XP 2008″. You may get it in an email, possibly an ecard.
It will install itself on your PC and tell you it has found hundreds of viruses. It will then ask you to purchase the product to remove these viruses. DON’T purchase anything. This virus is not detected by eTrust ITM 8.1.
Disconnect from the network, shutdown your PC and call your local technician to remove the virus.
The following link may help you remove the virus.
http://www.xp-vista.com/spyware-removal/xp-antivirus-2008-removal-instructions-xp-antivirus-2008
Some PC’s may still be showing the incorrect time. Follow this link here to download updates for Daylight Saving Changes.
There is a new virus doing the rounds called “INI/Helpud.CL”. You may notice a higher amount of viruses found in your nightly virus report. However you can be assured that if the virus is found in the nightly report, your virus scanner has effectively removed the virus from the server.
All Smart-Net schools will have just received the annual user group invoice. A lot of schools who have just had Smart-Net installed under the Ministry of Educations Small School Infrastructure Upgrade project may not have been informed regarding this fee. Click here to read more about what the User Group covers.
We released a new version of Smart Login support for Mac OS X to work with 10.5 (Leopard). It is available for download on our Support/Downloads page.
SECURE, ROBUST AND SPACE-SAVING, the R1 is ideal for classrooms, libraries and open-access areas.
Why is the R1 all-in-one computer the better choice for your school?
Check out the R1 Value Intel 2007 Special here
To provide equal opportunities for all children in the New Zealand schools system, the Ministry of Education wanted to ensure that even small schools in remote communitites could access network and Internet resources. Working with Smart Computer Systems, the Ministry rolled out Smart-Net, an education-specific server solution based on SUSE® Linux Enterprise Server.
The Ministry of Education have recently sent out copies of eTrust AntiVirus Version 8.1 disks to all schools. We now have it working with Smart-Net 2. For those schools on Smart-Net 1, eTrust 8.1 will not work due to incompatibilities with the kernel on Smart-Net 1, however eTrust 7.0 and eTrust 7.1 will continue to function as they currently do and are presently still collecting signatures from CA.
To upgrade to eTrustITM 8.1, register with Smart Computer Systems and we will install eTrustITM on your Smart-Net server.
If you have not already registered for the Antivirus deal, you should do it now as we will be unable to install your software if you do not have the appropriate cdroms. Visit the IBM website at MOE Anti-Virus Deal.
We strongly recommend to upgrade to eTrustITM 8.1 as it contains new methods of detecting virus threats, as well as including pest protection. eTrustITM 8.1 is also the only version that will work with the Windows Vista platform. Should you not wish to upgrade, eTrust 7.1 will continue to function, for as long as Computer Associates supports it.
A Super Smart deal for Smart-Net Schools…
Smart Computer Systems Ltd and Access-it Software have been working closely together over the last 3 to 4 months to get the latest version of the Access-it Library software package working with Smart-Net 2. The testing has been completed, and it is working very well, fully compatible with Smart-Net, hosted on the actual Smart-Net server and web capable. Smart-Net enjoy working with companies who embrace the different technologies available to them and those that can create truely cross-platform solutions, such as Access-it and therefore we applaude their efforts.
Please see this attachment containing a special offer to Smart-Net schools for Access-it.
There are also to be two sessions to demonstrate Access-it as follows…
Christchurch
Selwyn House
122 Merivale Lane
Tuesday 31st July 2007 from 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Refreshments will be served from 3:30pm with wine and nibbles after the presentation.
Rotorua
Rotorua Education Centre
114 Sunset Road
Wednesday 1st August 2007 from 5:00pm to 6:00pm
Wine and nibbles will be served from 4:30pm.
Target audience are Principals, Librarians and IT Managers.
Regards,
The Smart-Net Team
Windows Vista, configured with either SmartLogin or a Domain connection, will only work with Smart-Net 2. It is impossible to get it connected to Smart-Net 1, to allow you to see home drives, teacherwrite, etc.
Please contact us regarding migration options to Smart-Net 2 if required.
Regards,
The Smart-Net Team
The Ministry of Education have recently sent out copies of eTrust AntiVirus Version 8.1 disks to all schools. We have received a copy and are currently getting it to work with Smart-Net 2. For those schools on Smart-Net 1, eTrust 8.1 will not work, due to incompatibilities with the kernel on Smart-Net 1, however eTrust 7.0 and eTrust 7.1 will continue to function as they currently do and are presently still collecting signatures from CA.
We are working to get eTrust 8.1 working on Smart-Net 2 as quickly as possible, and will advise all schools as soon as it is stable and functional.
There will be a sign up process to have eTrust 8.1 installed on your server and detailed instructions will be available at that time.
Regards,
The Smart-Net Team
