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This information has been supplied to present as much help as possible.  It is our goal to help you help yourself and therefore lower your IT costs.

Every effort has been made to ensure that all information is accurate and up-to-date. Despite this, it is impossible to guarantee all information and that all actions detailed are followed correctly. 

Landau Technologies accepts no responsibility for any inadvertent inaccuracies or inappropriate end-user installation. We recommend that due caution, care and attention be followed at all times. If in doubt, please contact us first.

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1st AID for Small Business.

A small first aid IT kit for all small businesses and medical practices. Should save you time and money.

ADSL Checklist.

Issues to consider prior to installing ADSL.

ADSL Line Filters.

How to connect your ADSL Line Filter.

Anti-Virus Measures #1.

Great advice provided from BigPond on preventing viruses.

Anti-Virus Measures #2.

Great advice provided from Microsoft on preventing viruses spread through Instant Messaging.

Anti-Virus Measures #3 - Conficker Virus.

This page will test your system for the CONFICKER virus.

Backup Tapes.

Information on looking after your backup tapes.

Broadband For Health Howto Guide.

Guide on how to implement the "Broadband For Health" scheme at your practice, developed by the General Practice Divisions of Victoria.

Canon Printers - Cleaning Print Heads

Advice on cleaning Canon print heads.

Chain Gang Issue #1

August 2004 Newsletter, focusing on Warranties. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.

Chain Gang Issue #2

October 2004 Newsletter, focusing on Virus and Trojan issues. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.

Chain Gang Issue #3

December 2004 Newsletter, focusing on the dangers of Spyware and Adware. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.

Chain Gang Issue #4

February 2005 Newsletter, focusing on Computer Maintenance and Training. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.

Chain Gang Issue #5

April 2005 Newsletter, focusing on Software Licencing, Copyright and Piracy. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.

Chain Gang Issue #6

June 2005 Newsletter, presenting more details on Warranties. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.

Chain Gang Issue #7

August 2005 Newsletter, focusing on Power Protection. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.

Chain Gang Issue #8

October 2005 Newsletter, E-mail Tip #1. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.

Chain Gang Issue #9

December 2005 Newsletter, Windows Tip #1. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.

Chain Gang Issue #10

February 2006 Newsletter, OpenOffice.org announcement. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.

Chain Gang Issue #11

April 2006 Newsletter, Broadband For Health information. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.

Chain Gang Issue #12

May 2006 Newsletter, Information on the author of the Blaster.B worm and AVG Free for home users. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.

Chain Gang Issue #13

June 2006 Newsletter, A reminder on software copyright & licencing; more information on free and open source software and data recovery. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.

Chain Gang Issue #14

September 2006 Newsletter, New services available from Landau and a focus on free software. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.

Chain Gang Issue #15

November 2006 Newsletter, Something different for those of your who have grown tired on computer-geek-speak. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.

Chain Gang Issue #17

December 2006 Newsletter, IT Planning and some Christmas Cheer. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.

Chain Gang Issue #18

February 2007 Newsletter, Important notices for Medical Director and PracSoft users. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.

Chain Gang Issue #19

April 2007 Newsletter, Our new address and contact details. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.

Chain Gang Issue #20

May 2007 Newsletter, UPS installation tips. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.

Chain Gang Issue #22

August 2007 Newsletter, Free Medical Dictionary and Terminology websites and programs. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.

Chain Gang Issue #23 September 2007 Newsletter, Introduction, cleaning of computers, email security. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.
Chain Gang Issue #24 October 2007 Newsletter. Gavin Behrens introduction, phishing. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.
Chain Gang Issue #25 November 2007 Newsletter. Scanning Medical Records.. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.
Chain Gang Issue #26 December 2007 Newsletter. Christmas Cheer. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.
Chain Gang Issue #27 March 2008 Newsletter. 2007 Review. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.
Chain Gang Issue #28 August 2008 Newsletter. Dirty Computers. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.
Chain Gang Issue #29 September 2008 Newsletter. Anti-Virus Software. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.
Chain Gang Issue #30 October 2008 Newsletter. Testing your UPS. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.
Chain Gang Issue #31 November 2008 Newsletter. Testing your Firewall. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.
Chain Gang Issue #32 December 2008 Newsletter. "Done and Dusted". Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.
Chain Gang Issue #33 February 2009 Newsletter. Remote updates and maintenance. Click here to be added to our newsletter maillist.
CiceroUI Error Message.

How to resolve an error message with "CiceroUIWndframe". This is the speech and handwriting module within Microsoft Office XP. Thanks to Rob Burton of PRD Nationwide Realty for this one.

Closing an Open File.

How to close a file that stays "stuck" open.

Console Property Management Software and Windows XP SP Firewall.

Console errors with Windows XP SP2 Firewall. More information on Console can be found at www.console.com.au .

CTX Monitors.

Common problems and resolution flowchart.

Connecting an Octek 4200/5620 Series laptop to an external screen, TV or data projector.

This information should apply to most data projectors and laptops.

   "AVG Free".

AVG Free: is commercial, single home computer use only. Use of AVG Anti-Virus Free within any organization or for commercial purposes is strictly prohibited. AVG Anti-Virus Free is absolutely not for use with any type of OEM bundling with SW, HW component or any service. Your use of AVG Anti-Virus Free shall be in accordance with and is subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the AVG Anti-Virus Free License Agreement that accompanies AVG Anti-Virus Free.

   "Lightning" and "Sunbird" Calendar Software.

Lightning Calendar software turns Mozilla Thunderbird Email software into a full blown calendar and tasks organizer and for many people will replace  Microsoft Outlook entirely.

Sunbird Calendar is a stand-alone calendar that also works very well.

   "Open Office".

OPENOFFICE. VERY GOOD alternative to Microsoft Office with:

OpenOffice Writer = Microsoft Word alternative
OpenOffice Calc = Microsoft Excel alternative
OpenOffice Impress = Microsoft PowerPoint alternative
OpenOffice Base = Microsoft Access alternative

Some refinement of settings needed to match Microsoft Office; but once this is done, works like a charm.

   "Photobie".

PHOTOBIE. VERY GOOD Image editing software

   "PhotoFiltre".

PHOTOFILTRE. VERY, VERY GOOD Image editing software. Free to use for private, non-commercial use.

   "Sofotex Medical Dictionary".

Free medical dictionary. Free to use for private, no feedback on how good it is yet.

GPCG Computer Network Security Checklist.

A checklist developed by the General Practice Computing Group to help you ensure that your computer network is secure, robust and well documented. You can implement the checklist yourself or we will do it for you as a fee-for-service.

Imaging Print Dimensions

A document listing out the the Print Dimensions of preprinted paper of several Radiology and Medical Imaging companies and how to set up the paper in Medical Director.

Inkjet Printers.

Answers to common questions about blocked print heads, printing quality etc.

Internet Speed

Some tools to help your check your REAL Internet speed.

Optimum Online Speed check  PC Pitstop Internet Connection Centre

Kyocera FS1020 Printer Comparison

Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) comparison of the FS1020D Kyocera printer with its main rivals. This includes Recommended Retail Price as at 30 Sep 2005 and ongoing costs of toner etc.

  
Kyocera FS1920 Printer Comparison

Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) comparison of the Kyocera FS1920 printer with its main rivals. This includes Recommended Retail Price as at 30 Sep 2005 and ongoing costs of toner etc.

Kyocera Printer Toner Guide.

Information matching Kyocera printers to their respective toners.

Medical Director 2.79b Patch.

Information on what this patch addresses, taken straight from Medical Director Web Site.

Medical Director 2.81b Patch.

Information on what this patch addresses, taken straight from Medical Director Web Site.

Medical Director 2.82 Update.

Information on what this update addresses, taken straight from Medical Director Web Site.

Medical Director 2.82A Update.

Information on what this patch addresses, taken straight from the Health Communications Network E-mail Bulletin.

Medical Director Error Saving Templates.

How to resolve saving new or modified templates when the "Save As" button is grayed out.

Medical Director 2.83 April 2005 Update.

Information on what this scheduled update addresses, taken straight from the Health Communications Network E-mail Bulletin.

Medical Director 2.83 April 2005 Known Issues as at 11 April 2005.

Information on known issues in  this scheduled update, taken straight from the Health Communications Network website.

Medical Director 2.83 "B" Patch.

Information on what this patch addresses, taken straight from the Health Communications Network E-mail Bulletin.

Medical Director 2.84 "A" Patch.

Information on what this patch addresses, taken straight from the Health Communications Network website.

Medical Director 3.91 Patch.

Information on what this patch addresses, taken straight from the Health Communications Network website.

Medical Director Downloading and Uploading files with a laptop.

 

Medical Director 2.8x Error Opening Adserver

This information on how to resolve a common error message that occurs when starting Medical Director "Error initializing Ad Server" is stored in our "Valued Clients" section. If you are an existing Landau client, please contact us for a user name and password.

Medical Director 2.8x Update Process

This information on how to undertake a Medical Director update is stored in our "Valued Clients" section. If you are an existing Landau client, please contact us for a user name and password.

Medical Director 3 Letter.

Open letter from Health Communication Network on the progress of MD3 as at April 2005.

Medical Director 3
Scanning #1

Information how to scan single page documents into the MD3 Holding Bay using an Avision A220 scanner. This is intended for clients for whom we have set-up the scanning ourselves, as it uses our custom settings.

Medical Director 3
Scanning #2

Information how to scan multiple page documents into the MD3 Holding Bay using an Avision A220 scanner. This is intended for clients for whom we have set-up the scanning ourselves, as it uses our custom settings.

Medicare Online Java Updates Issue.

Explanation of Medicare Online and Java updates issue..

Medilink - Printing a DB4 form on arrival.

How to set up Medilink so that it prints out a HIC DB4 form when the patient arrives.

Medilink - Clean up LOCK and NET files.

How to clean up .NET and .LCK files that may occur after a crash etc.

Microsoft Outlook 2000/XP - Using Plain Text only.

Plain text e-mail helps prevents the spread of viruses embedded within e-mails.

Microsoft Outlook 2003/XP - Manual Backup

A method of backing up your Microsoft Outlook.

Microsoft Office 2003 Editions.

A summary of the different versions and editions of Microsoft Office 2003, including retail, OEM and academic options.

Microsoft Outlook 2003/XP - Enable Attachments

By default, Microsoft Outlook XP/2003 6 disables attachments. Read this to learn how to enable attachments.

Microsoft Outlook Express 6 - Adding an E-mail account

How to manually add an e-mail account to Outlook Express 6.

Microsoft Outlook Express 6 - Enable Attachments

By default, Microsoft Outlook Express 6 disables attachments. Read this to learn how to enable attachments.

Microsoft Outlook Express 6 - Password Protection

How to add a password to Outlook Express E-mail.

Microsoft Outlook Express 6 - Password will not save

How to stop Outlook Express from keep asking you for the e-mail account password. And if this one doesn't work, try this one.

Microsoft Small Business Server 2000 Shared Fax Options.

The various options when sending a fax via SBS2000 SharedFax.

Microsoft Windows Genuine Advantage Program.

Latest information from Microsoft about their Windows Genuine Advantage program as at 1 Oct 2008.

Microsoft Windows NT / 2000 /2003 / XP  - Checking RAM.

Understanding the difference between physical and virtual RAM helps identify performance issues.

Microsoft Windows 2000 /2003 / XP  - Check Disk and Defrag.

Very important tools for basic Windows and Hard Disk Drive troubleshooting.

Mitsubishi LCD TFT Monitor Warranty

Copy of the standard Mitsubishi three-year warranty.

Modem "Not Present".

From time to time Windows 2000 / XP seem to loose connection to external serial modems. This is the first step to try re-connecting the modem.

Nero Updates.

How to check your version of Nero software and get the latest updates.

Network is down.

When the server is up, but one or more workstations is down it most likely is your network cabling or network switch.

Networking Basics.

A very good guide for small business with 5-20 Employees by Microsoft. Seven megabytes, so it may take some time to download.

Removing "Stuck" CDs from CD Drives.

Step-by-step on how to remove stuck Compact Disks from their drives.

Octek Computers/Towers.

Common problems and resolution flowchart.

Octek Warranty Labels

Examples of Octek Warranty Labels.

 

On Off Switches.

Where to find the On / Off switches on common pieces of hardware.

PCAnywhere.

How to use Symantec PCAnywhere for remote support.

Phishing with Phones.

An article on from Microsoft on the use of telephones for Phishing. Phishing is a form of identity theft.

Powerware 5115 Users Manual.

Users Manual for Eaton Powerware 5115 series UPS

Powerware 5110 UPS Warranty.

How to lodge a warranty claim for a Powerware 5110 UPS.

PracSoft Fees Update.

To undertake the six-monthly HIC fees update, follow the directions provided from H.C.N. on this link to their website:
http://www.hcn.com.au/products/pracsoft/downloads.asp
Their technical support help desk is 1300 788 802

PracSoft & Medical Director Shortcut Keys.

A list of all the shortcut keys in PracSoft and Medical Director.

PracSoft 3 - Recover Lost Fees

This information on how to recover the fees within PracSoft 3 is stored in our "Valued Clients" section. If you are an existing Landau client, please contact us for a user name and password.

PracSoft 3 & HIC Online across a network

This information on how to setup multiple workstations with access to HIC Online is stored in our "Valued Clients" section. If you are an existing Landau client, please contact us for a user name and password.

PracSoft 3.X Manual Backup.

How to manually backup PracSoft version 3.

PracSoft 3.13 Update.

Information on what this update addresses, taken straight from Health Communications Network Mail List.

PracSoft 3.13 Re-transmitting a HIC Online claim.

How to re-transmit a claim previously sent to the HIC via HIC Online..

PracSoft 3.4 Release Notes.

What's hot with PracSoft 3.40 .

PracSoft 3.4 Build 159 patch Release Notes.

Changes and Updates to PracSoft 3.40 build 159 patch.

PracSoft 3.4 Build 159 patch Installation Notes.

Installation instructions for PracSoft 3.40 build 159 patch.

Pegasus 3.12 - Options for Automatic Replies.

 

Pegasus 3.12 - Options for Saving Sent E-mails.

 

Saving money on hardware #1.

Ten tips that may save you money on hardware.

Screensaver Shortcut.

How to create a keyboard shortcut for your screensaver.

Selecting a Digital Camera.

Terms that you may need to know when making your choice.

Serial Attached SCSI.

An explanation of Serial Attached SCSI.

Sola 305 Series UPS Alarms and Alerts.

Extracted from the Sola 305 series User's Manual.

Sola 520 Series UPS Alarms and Alerts.

Extracted from the Sola 520 series User's Manual.

Spyware and Adware.

What is spyware and adware? What can you do about it? A great article from "The Australian" newspaper.

Spyware and Adware protection.

An article from "The Australian" newspaper on spyware protection.

Spyware and Adware Software

A review from "The Australian" newspaper on Spyware Doctor and Microsoft AntiSpyware.

Spyware and Adware "Bandits"

An article from "The Australian" newspaper on the people behind Anti-Spyware software

Stomp Backup My PC - Check the backup.

How to check your backup if your are use "Stomp Backup MyPC" and a DVD-RW.

System Questionnaire.

A questionnaire/survey to help document how your system is currently working.

Patient Consent Form

Patient Consent Form template.

TightVNC Client.

How to use the TightVNC Client software for best screen displays etc.

TightVNC - Re-setting the password.

This information on how to re-set the password in TightVNC is stored in our "Valued Clients" section. If you are an existing Landau client, please contact us for a user name and password.

TPG Accounts.

How to check up on your account and print out duplicate copies of invoices etc.

TPG E-mail Autoresponders.

How to set up an E-mail Autoresponder for TPG clients. Useful for you are away on holidays or changing e-mail address.

Training Questionnaire.

A quick form to help us develop the best possible training package for you.

UPS beeping.

The Un-interruptible Power Supply may beep or buzz when there are problems with the power or battery.

UPS installation.

 How to connect up a UPS.

VET Settings.

Optional settings for VET within a Medical Practice, based on our experience.

Virus Resolution - Using BitDefender.

This information on how to detect and remove viruses using BitDefender is stored in our "Valued Clients" section. If you are an existing Landau client, please contact us for a user name and password.

 
Virus Resolution - Using MacAfee FreeScan.

This information on how to detect and remove viruses using McAfee FreeScan. is stored in our "Valued Clients" section. If you are an existing Landau client, please contact us for a user name and password.

Warranty and Support Contacts.

 

Wireless Network Booster A graphic on how to connect a wireless network booster. You must have a detachable antenna for this to work.
Windows Explorer Views.

How to change the way Windows Explorer looks and use the different views.

Windows XP Firewall Monitoring.

How turn off Windows XP Personal Firewall monitoring.

Windows XP Automatic Updates Not Working #1.

How turn off resolve one issue associated with Windows Updates.

Other Resources:

Australian PC World Helpscreen Site. An excellent site for everyday IT related questions. An interactive FAQ on steroids. If you like what you see, consider subscribing to Australian PC World through this link. SUBSCRIBE.

The "How Stuff Works" Computer Channel. An EXCELLENT site that explains so much.

Bayside GP Division Downloads. Includes a large range of templates and information for Medical Director and IBA Spectrum sites.

H.C.N. Knowledge Base. Answer to commonly asked questions about PracSoft, Medical Director, Bluechip and general computer issues provided by H.C.N. HelpDesk and Technical Staff.