Your FREE tour... no modem required
There's a demo of Q-Link right on your Program Disk. Here's how to take the tour:
| Once you've seen Q-Link, you'll want to join the club as an official member! Here's how easy it is... |
Repeat each time you wish to tour Q-Link.
GETTING READY
Copy Your Disk
We recommend that you make a copy of your Q-Link Program Disk. You must make the copy prior to registering on Q-Link. You may copy the disk by using any commercial full disk copy program. Keep the copy in a safe place. Use the original disk to register on Q-Link. Do not use a write protect tab on the original disk when signing on to Q-Link. DO NOT COPY YOUR Q-LINK DISK AFTER YOU HAVE REGISTERED.
Hardware Required
The following equipment is needed to connect to Q-Link
A Commodore 64, 64C, or 128 computer.
A 300 or 1200 baud Commodore-compatible modem.
A TV or any Commodore compatible monitor.
A Commodore 1541 or 1571 disk drive. Note that Blue Chip, MSD and Enhancer 2000 disk drives are not Q-Link compatible.
Your telephone line.
Follow the manufacturer's directions concerning the proper set up of your computer, disk drive, modem, and monitor or TV.
Note: Never connect or disconnect peripheral equipment while the computer is on.
Program Disk, Certificate and Other Items
You'll also need the following items prior to registering on Q-Link.
Q-Link Program Disk
Q-Link Registration Certificate
Q-Link Template. Place the template over the four function keys (F1, F3, F5, F7) on the keyboard.
Q-Link Local Access Directory: a listing of telephone access numbers throughout the U.S. and Canada. Use this directory to locate your access number. You should also check with your local operator to determine if there are anyu phone charges.
Your preferred method of payment: VISA, MasterCard or CHECKFREE. If you use a credit card, be sure to have your card close by. You will need to enter your account number and expiration date. You may use the CHECKFREE method if you would like to have your Q-Link charges automatically deducted from your checking account. You'll need your checking account transit number (the set of 9 numbers located at the bottom left of your check), your checking account number, and the name and address of your bank. The CHECKFREE method may only be used with accounts drawn on U.S. banks.
Pilot your Commodore like a pro...
Q-Link makes it simple!
LOADING YOUR Q-LINK DISK
You're now ready to load your Q-Link disk. The Computer you're using will determine the instructions you should follow:
If you're using a Commodore 64:
1. Turn the power on to your monitor, disk drive and computer.
2. Insert the Q-Link Disk (progfram side up) in the drive and close the drive door.
3. At the "READY" prompt, type LOAD"*",8,1
4. Press the <RETURN> key.
If you're using a Commodore 128:
1. Turn the power on to the disk drive and monitor only. DO NOT TURN COMPUTER ON!.
2. Insert the Q-Link Disk (progfram side up) in the drive and close the drive door.
3. Turn on your computer. Your Q-Link Disk will automatically load the program.
