How to Download a File From a Remote Computer Using HyperTerminal

You can use HyperTerminal to download a file from a remote computer. You might want to download a software program from a computer bulletin board, or transfer a large file from a friend's computer to your own. You'll need to have a modem connected to your phone line. These instructions are for Windows 98. Procedures for other operating systems may vary.

Things You'll Need

• Modems
• HyperTerminal Private Edition 5

Instructions

Downloading From a Computer Bulletin Board

1. Open HyperTerminal (open the Start menu and select Programs, then Accessories, then Communications).

2. Enter the telephone number of the computer bulletin board you're going to access.

3. Click Dial. The modem will dial the bulletin board and make a connection unless the line is busy or there's some other problem.

4. Once connected, you'll see instructions that have been provided by the bulletin board operator (called the sys op). Follow these instructions.

5. Move around in the bulletin board until you find the file you want to download. If this is a public bulletin board, there may be a section titled Shareware Files, for example.

6. Once you've located the file, follow the bulletin board's instructions for downloading. You may be asked to use the Transfer menu and select Receive File.

7. Exit the program to break the connection when you've finished downloading the file.

Downloading Files From a Friend's Computer

1. You can transfer files from a friend's computer to your own if you're both using HyperTerminal and a telephone modem.

2. Phone your friend and ask if he or she will begin the transfer in five minutes. This will give you time to set your computer to receive the file.

3. Give your friend the phone number your computer is using.

4. Open HyperTerminal. From the Transfer menu, click on Receive File. A window will appear.

5. A box will ask where you want to store the file that is to be transferred. Accept the default or use the Browse button to select a different location.

6. Select Zmodem as your Transfer Protocol if possible.

7. Your friend will then open HyperTerminal and connect to your computer using the phone number you've provided.

8. When the two computers are connected, your friend will initiate the file transfer by using Send File Item on the Transfer menu. The transfer will occur.

9. Exit or quit the connection when the transfer is complete.

Tips & Warnings

• Remember to run a virus scan on any files that you download from a bulletin board or other computer.

• If you're using your regular phone line, make sure no one picks up the receiver when the phone rings - that will break the connection and stop the transfer.

• It's illegal to transfer or use software that isn't licensed to you. Software that's labeled Freeware, Shareware, Adware or Trial Version can be legally transferred and used according to the licensing agreements that are included.

• Long-distance telephone charges may apply.