This is just a quick note to share that DSS 4.15 released a short time ago. If you're updating from DSS 4.14, there are no new features really as this is mainly a maintenance release. This updated software package will address customer issues identified through HP's support and escalation personnel. If you're updating from previous releases, review the release notes to see what the new software enhancements are. The release notes for this product are not published like other HP products on the download site, so I've extracted the "Read Me" and posted on my personal site:
http://www.briankneebone.com/docs/copiedfromhp/dss/v4-15/dss-4-15-readme.rtf
Currently DSS is supported only in Windows 2K, 2K3 (including R2) and XP environments. It is not supported or possible to install in any 64-bit environment. Even though not supported, I've tried installing in 2K8 (which I presume would be a similar experience for Vista, 7 and 2K8R2) and while the install goes well, there are issues with devices getting added in the "MFP Configuration" tab and possible other side effects. But for reference, even though 2K8 and 64-bit are not supported today they'll be coming. It's far enough out however that I cannot comment publicly here. Work with your sales team for more information.
DSS 4.15 can be downloaded from www.hp.com/go/dss_software
Regards, B.
UPDATE (09-SEP-2009): One of my extended colleagues was kind enough to inform me that the downlod format (previously .ZIP in versions 4.14 and earlier) has switched to ISO. If you're not familiar with manipulating ISO's, this is essentially an image of a CD-ROM (or can be DVD as well). This ISO can be mounted virtually for those interested in keeping archived electronically (I prefer to use MagicDisc for this since it's supported in all flavours of Windows) or it can be copied to a blank CD-ROM (I prefer to use ImgBurn for this since its quite flexible as well). But other tools like Toaster; Nero; etc. can do the trick as well. Use what you prefer to mount or copy as needed within the terms of the agreements. Thanks Dave G., I owe you next time I see you!
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08-16-2009 9:26 PM
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Brian R. Kneebone