The Mariner - March Newsletter
The Mariner - March Newsletter
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 The Mariner . Monthly Newsletter from The DataWest Group 
March 2004 
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Where's this v4.0 I've been hearing so much about? Wasn't it supposed to come out in February? Yes, that's right, the release was postponed as Best Software is taking extra special precautions as this is a major release. Time is being spent to make sure the release is as bug-free as possible. We have received official word from Best Software that 4.0 will indeed be rolled out to customers (who are current on their subscription plan) at the end of this month.

In This Issue
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  • Business Insights Reporter
  • Must Read: Product Registration for v4.0
  • March Promotions
  • Help Desk: Vendor Maintenance Hangs When On Purchase Order Tab
  • Tech Files: What is the Master Console?

  • Must Read: Product Registration for v4.0
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    With the release of v4.0, Best Software is replacing the individual serial numbers and unlocking keys currently required to register each module with a single serial number and product key. The new product key will encode all MAS 90/200 modules owned, and is unique to the individual customer's installation of MAS 90/200. We recommend to print out the Product Registration Report and fax it us to ensure a smooth transition to version 4.0. We will verify your report to what Best has in their database to make sure there are no discrepancies. Use the link below for instructions on this procedure.

    Product Registration Report »

    March Promotions
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    · Special Upgrade Price for Small Business Customers
    · Purchase Order Module Discount
    · 15% Discount on the StarShip Module
    · Visual Integrator Rebate - $150
    · Crystal Enterprise Special
    Call our Sales Department at (800) 613-6350 for more details!
    Help Desk: Vendor Maintenance Hangs When On Purchase Order Tab
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    In Vendor Maintenance, when a user proceeds to the Purchase Order tab and does a search for an order, the system appears to hang. This hanging occurs when a particular order type is used in the search as opposed to "All" order types. This has been resolved by Best with a patch. Patch AP3046-T can be downloaded from the support section of the Best website. Please note this is only for version 3.71 of MAS 90/200. If you need help downloading this or any type of service pack, don't hesitate to call our tech support department at 800.613.6350.
    Tech Files: What is the Master Console?
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    The Master Console in MAS 90/200 can be a useful tool, though not everyone knows about it. For instance, have you ever tried to rebuild a file in MAS 90/200 and have the system stop you with a message stating the file is in use? Read on and see how you can find out who else is logged on the system...

    Click Here »

    Business Insights Reporter
    For many MAS 90/200 users, the old stand-by for creating reports was the DOS-written Report Master. Those users will enjoy the functionality in Business Insights, which will now have a wizard and Crystal formatting options for great-looking reports-

    Click Here for More Details...

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    v4.0 Enhancements

    MAS 90/200 Training

    MAS 90/200 Online Manuals

    DataWest Tech Support

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