SOE Technology Downloads
SOE will maintain current versions of this software for downloading from this page.
For a discussion on how and why to use these programs, see the System Maintenance and Troubleshooting pages.
System Maintenance Utilities
Macaroni
A system utility that automatically repairs permissions and runs daily, weekly, and monthly UNIX scripts in the background. All of these are important to the health of your system. (Mac only; ShareWare)
Troubleshooting Utilities
AppleJack
A file system modification that allows troubleshooting routines to be performed after starting the computer in single user mode. This software does NOT need to be run as preventative maintenance. It is installed to help diagnosis and troubleshooting should major problems occur. This is the universal version that will work on PPC and Intel Macs. (Mac only; FreeWare)
NOTE: This version WILL NOT WORK with Mac OS 10.5 (Leopard)SMARTReporter
A utility that checks the condition of your hard drive at each start up and login and reports its condition by placing a disk icon on your menu bar. If the icon is green then your drive is in good condition. If it is gray (minor problems) or red (major immanent problems), save your work, shut down your computer, and repair your disk. (Mac only; FreeWare)
Academic Aids
KoalaCalc
A calculator that includes a lot of useful built-in conversion routines (e.g., metric to pounds/inches) as well as a wide variety of math tools. (Mac only; FreeWare)MacDICT X
A very useful utility for searching for word definitions and synonyms on the Internet. You can choose from a variety of dictionary sources. (Mac only; FreeWare)MiXscope
A program that works with the Intel/Digital Blue QX3 and QX5 USB microscope and allows you to record QuickTime movies of the microscope viewing stage. Runs natively on Intel Macs. Macintosh only.
Other Utilities
Turning Point Software
Mac Version (20MB)
Windows Version (69MB)
Allows you to create clicker-integrated PowerPoint sildes.SMART Board Tools
Mac version (requires Mac OS 10.3.9 or greater)
Windows version - please come to the OUP computer lab for the installer CD
Tools that will allow you to use the SMART Boards in rooms 150, 160, and 162 at Old U Park.TNEF's Enough
A useful utility for decoding e-mail attachments that arrive with "winmail.dat" or "application/ms-tnef" titles (caused by someone sending you a message using Microsoft Exchange or Outlook on Windows). (FreeWare)J200 Air Projector Client Software
Mac version
Windows version
Software required for connecting to wireless projectors in the SOE lab and classrooms. Should be installed on all laptops.CanoScan LIDE 80 Scanner Software: | CanoScan Toolbox | ScanGear Scanner Driver |
For using the Canon LIDE 80 scanners in the OUP Lab on your Mac. Download and install CanoScan Toolbox first, then download and install ScanGear driver. To specify an application for opening scanned images, you may choose CanoScan Toolbox. Restart will be required.
