Is it time to update your ADS software ?

We now have two versions of Auto Shop Writer:

  • ASW92 : This is built with the same tools used to create Auto Shop Writer for the past 8 years.  It is a set of “Microsoft compatible tools” and windows interfaces that are used to construct the programs we provide.
  • ASW2012 : This version is built with the most recent Microsoft tools and libraries, plus a more advanced language.  These tools take advantage of the latest computer, and Windows, technologies on an internal level.

Both programs look the same, and contain the same features and user interface.  The difference is internal.  All updates to ASW2012 will also be included in ASW92 whenever possible.  ASW2012 is FREE to all DPP members.

Both versions will work with single and multi user configurations ( Peer to peer ).  However, those with older versions of the Advantage Database Server ( 7 or 8 ) would have to upgrade their license to use the ASW2012 version.  This is due to changes in the ADS software.  Those with older versions can continue to run upgrades for ASW92 without difficulty.

The latest version for ADS is 11.0.  It includes free upgrades to 11.1 ( usually released in a year ).  This version was just released, and usually they are two years apart.

We also now have some new configurations for the Advantage Database Server.  You can obtain a 2 user license for $ 269, a 3 user server for $ 450, or a 5 user server for $650.  A 10 user version is $ 1295, and a 15 user is $ 1895.

Those running Version 7 or 8 can upgrade for $ 600 / 5 user license.  ( $ 1200 for 10 user, $ 1800 for a 15 user license ).

Those running Version 9 can upgrade for $ 330 per 5 user license ( $ 600 for 10 user, $ 900 for 15 user ).

If you would like to upgrade your ADS version, please send a check for the full amount ( CA businesses add 7.75% sales tax ) to MasterLink Software, PO Box 740, Trabuco Canyon, CA 92678.  Once the payment is received, we can purchase your upgrade and we will call you to perform an install.

Questions ?  Please email:  sales@masterlinksoftware.com and we’ll respond quickly.