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MetaLAN Administrator 2.5.6.299 21st October 2012


  Enhancements:
  • Added ability to mark computer records inactive manually
Fixes:
  • MetaLAN would malfunction after attempting to start the Registry service if the service was disabled.
Current Requirements:
  • Windows 7 32/64bit, Vista 32/64bit, 2008 R1/R2 32/64bit, 2003 32/64bit, XP
  • If using server-mode MetaLAN Server 2.5 required.


 
MetaLAN Administrator Version 2.6.1.Beta      12 May 2013
 


 
 
Changes
 
Enhancements:
  • Added Alert by duplicate MAC and Serial number.
  • BIOS information added to database.
  • OEM Strings information added to database.
  • Added extra reports.
  • Improved report performance.
  • Tested on windows 8.
  • Expanded recognised chassis types.
Fixes:
  • Alpha-numeric sorts in main browser were case sensitive.
  • Disk Alert fields not set correctly.
  • Record Aging setting would not save.
  • Chassis information would not display.
  • Ping would not work on first start (Fixed in StandAlone Mode / Checking Server Mode).
Know Issues:
  • Health Monitor does not work for Windows 8 targets.
  • Server-mode requires Server Version 2.6.
Current Requirements:
  • Windows 8 32/64bit, Windows 7 32/64bit, Vista 32/64bit, 2008 32/64bit, 2003 32/64bit, XP.
  • If using server-mode MetaLAN Server 2.6 or later required.


MetaLAN Server 2.5.3.235 13th May 2012

  MetaLAN Server is part of the MetaLAN Systems Management Suite. The MetaLAN Server service periodically scans your network and stores the information it collects for quick retrieval by MetaLAN Administrator and License Manager, software inventory tool. Compatible with Windows, XP, Server 2003, Vista, Server 2008, Windows 7, 32bit and 64bit versions.

We recommended you read the installation guide before installing.

Enhancements:
  • Support for MetaLAN Administrator 2.5
  • Security access
  • Added LDAP discovery.
  • Copy, Paste and Paste from file support added to computer filter.
    List can be line, comma or semicolon separated.
  • Choose LDAP container in setup wizard.
  • Backward compatible with version 1.x of MetaLAN Administrator.
  • Increase speed of log viewer
Fixes:


MetaLAN Server 2.6.1 Beta 12 May 2013

 

MetaLAN Server is part of the MetaLAN Systems Management Suite.

Enhancements:
  • Detect duplicate MAC addresses
  • Detect BIOS version information added to database
  • Detect OEM Strings information added to database
  • Expanded recognised chassis types
  • Detect network latency per node added to database
  • Added performance and network history to Database
Known Issues:
  • Requires version 2.6 of MetaLAN Administrator
  • Microsoft WMI Registry Conector can return junk strings: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2751335 (MetaLAN junk string detection is sufficiently reliable that the bug should not lead to any significant error in inventory reporting)
  • CPU description may not be reported correctly for Windows XP and Server 2003 please see http://support.microsoft.com/kb/953955


Mini Contract Manager 2.3.4.40 21st October 2012

 

Mini Contract Manager is a flexible easy to use database application designed to take the pain out of managing multiple contracts.

Features:
  • Multi-user database.
  • Contract Lifecycle Management.
  • Configurable email templates.
  • Visual alerts when a contract is due for review.
  • Search function.
  • Link multiple parties to contracts.
  • Assign administrators to contract.
  • Link files to contracts.
  • Windows, XP, 2003, Vista, 2008, 7, 32bit, 64bit
This Version:
  • New skins
  • Security fixes
  • Minor bug fixes


MetaPing FREE Visual Ping Monitor 1.2.3.19 7th April 2010


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  MetaPing is a FREE Visual Ping Monitor that makes it quick and easy to keep an eye on the health of your network.
 
Features:
- Easy to read status for each host.
- Host grouping for quick problem analysis.
- Uptime for each host.
- Runs on NT4, 2000, XP, Vista, 2008, Windows 7, 32bit and 64bit.


ProbeServer Database Tool 1.0.1.4 8th March 2008

 

ProbeServer does not require regular maintenance to continue to work reliably. However, if you want to keep the database in tip top condition you can use the database tool. Remove old or redundant data like software titles that are no longer installed on the network.

This version is also compatible with MetaLAN Server 2.0.1.47


FloppyBase 1.6 Free

  A free advanced floppy disk imaging program with media conversion and network operation. Supports 360K,720K,1.2MB,1.44MB,2.88MB diskettes. Works under Windows 95,98,ME,NT,2000 and XP.


Instant Image Creator 1.0 Free

  A free program that converts FloppyBase image files into stand alone self extracting and self creating image files. i.e. you don't need any other software to re-create the floppy disk. Image life limited to 30 days.


 

Quick Support

Hammer Software Knowledge base

If you are experiencing a problem with one of our products or want to know the answer to common questions and issues go here:

Information Knowledge base
Microsoft Update KB2507938 stops MetaLAN Server
19th July 2011

MetaLAN Server stops collecting information after Microsoft Security Update for Windows KB2507938 is installed.


Windows Firewall and MetaLAN

If MetaLAN will not manage or control Windows XP Service Pack 2 and above computers it may be due to the Windows Firewall. Click one the following links to get a guide on how to create a Group Policy to configure Windows Firewall for remote management.

Information HTML: MetaLAN Group Policy
Information PDF : MetaLAN Group Policy
Using MetaLAN in Server Mode

MetaLAN™ can run as a standalone application. However, using MetaLAN Server will reduce and distribute the network load required for data collection. MetaLAN Server offers a central location for the collection and distribution of the data collected from the computers on the network. Best of all, MetaLAN Server included free when you buy MetaLAN.

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MetaLAN 2.6.1 Beta Available
12 May 2013

MetaLAN Administrator and Server 2.6.1 Beta Available.


Hammer Software Moving Offices
3 February 2013

Hammer Software will be moving offices on the week of the 11th of Feb. Our usual snappy response times may be a little less snappy while we are setting up. We apologise for any delays during this time.


MetaLAN 2.5.4 Released
31 January 2012

One stop Windows Systems Management. Update to the latest version or download the free 30 day trial now.


MetaLAN Server 2.5.2 Released
31 January 2012

MetaLAN Server periodically scans a network and stores the information in a database for quick retrieval by MetaLAN Administrator. Use is included in the MetaLAN Administrator license.


MetaLAN in Technet Magazine
1 March 2008

Read the review of MetaLAN in Microsoft's Technet Magazine.