Mac OS 9.1 and Apple Remote Access

Francis_Specker · #1 04-10-2001, 09:54 PM

I just upgraded from 9.04 to 9.1 and it screwed up my Apple Remote Access. I can't use the Modem and Remote Acccess control panels. I get an error message saying that my AppleGuideGlue Lib is missing. My Remote Access Status still works and I can dial out with that and connect. Does anyone else have similar problems and solutions? I can't seem to reinstall ARA either. Thanks.

MarvinWeide · #2 04-10-2001, 10:29 PM

Re-enter your settings with the aid of the
internet assistant. You'll find it in the internet folder. If you don't really need remote access download Free PPP 2.6.

peterk · #3 04-12-2001, 12:46 PM

You could also try going into Extension Manager and making sure your AppleGuide extension is turned on. For some reason it get turned off during the upgrade. Then restart and see if remote access works.

Francis_Specker · #4 04-23-2001, 12:40 PM

I didn't think that ARA and the Apple Guide had any relationship, but it does. After I checked the Apple Guide control panel in the Extensions Manager, which is usually not checked off, evertything worked. Thanks.

BaronSekiya · #5 04-27-2001, 03:06 AM

Okay, if you install MacOS 9.1 you can no longer use ARAP (Appletalk Remote Access Protocol) anymore to phone into a network modem. Apple decided to take it out since ARA over TCP/IP is better.

Of course this really bites for those of us that only have an ARAP modem to dial into since it supports legacy MacOS Classic systems too. The solution, so I've been told is:

Boot off your MacOS 9.1 CD and do a custom uninstall to remove ARA4.0

Boot off your MacOS9.0 CD and custom install ARA3.5 to restore ARAP selection in the Remote Access panel.

It's stupid that Apple removed ARAP, hell, Mac Classic is on its last legs now that OSX is out, why not just leave ARAP in.

Here's a screenshot with the Apple Help Guide putting a circle around the area where you're supposed to choose the protocol. Heck, they didn't even update Apple Guide since it still circles the blank spot! http://www.hawaiistore.com/mediabaron/protocol.jpg

[This message has been edited by Baron Sekiya (edited May 01, 2001).]