***NOTICE*** New Way to Access Chat -- Please Read!
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Spygirl

Saturday, October 12, 2002 - 07:58 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Chat.planetz.net is the server that we have always used to connect to IRC via java -- the one with the link at the top of this page. A few months ago, it went 'down' and Neil (I believe) found us another way in, hence the two options to get into chat now. The first one connects through another server, but the second option still connects through chat.planetz.net.

Well, in the last few weeks, the people running chat.planetz.net have become unhappy with webchat (or something like that), So....they "disconnected" (so to speak) from webchat and they are now their own chat.

What the spain does this mean? Well...

It means that TVClubchat now exists on two servers (temporarily). Essentially, we right now have two chatrooms that are in no way connected to one another.

The one that we are going to use is the one located on webchat. This means that the only java entrance into chat is by way of the first option listed on our web entrance page. Do NOT use the second option anymore The second one will be removed as soon as Neil gets a chance.

**NOTE** This also affects mIRC users, depending on how you are set up.

When you open mIRC, you need to change the server by doing the following:

On the "Connect" screen, you need to click the "Edit" button. If you see chat.planetz.net entered there, then you need to erase it and type: linkline.ca.us.webchat.org. The 7000 in the port window stays the same. Click okay and you're set.

Then you follow your usual connection procedures. :)

Does this make sense???? I hope so!!!

Zachsmom

Saturday, October 12, 2002 - 08:03 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
my IRC setting says this :glass.ca.us.webchat.org

do I need to change it?

Spygirl

Saturday, October 12, 2002 - 08:05 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
you should be fine!! :)

Zachsmom

Saturday, October 12, 2002 - 08:11 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Thanks!!

Draheid

Saturday, October 12, 2002 - 10:36 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Once you're connected, you will probably see something different in the status area then the what you thought you were connecting to. That is OK! As long as it ends with .webchat.org then you are connected to the right network. You can /join #tvclubchat and enjoy the chat from there.

Please let us know if you have any problems so we can try to resolve them quickly. We want everyone to have a good time and be able to chat with us.

Meggieprice

Sunday, October 13, 2002 - 05:30 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
I'm confused...it took me ages to get into chat last week for the shows (Survivor and AR) now today I am the only one there...so I can't tell if I am in the right place! I am on mac so I do not see any of the things you mention....

Myjohnhenry

Sunday, October 13, 2002 - 05:32 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
I popped into the room....don't see you there

Spygirl

Sunday, October 13, 2002 - 06:49 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
She made it! :)

Pamy

Monday, October 14, 2002 - 07:05 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Can someone just post the link here that I can click on to get there?

Spygirl

Monday, October 14, 2002 - 07:12 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Well, Pamy -- I'm afraid that if you want into chat tonight, we're gonna have to get you set up on mIRC. The java entrance is not working tonight and I'm not sure how long it will take Neil to get it fixed.

If you (or anyone) is interested, mIRC is easy to learn once it is setup and it is much more reliable (and fun) than the java stuff :)

Just holler and someone will be here to help!

Pamy

Monday, October 14, 2002 - 07:17 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Thanks Spy!! I have to go tonite, but will check back tomarrow nite. Thanks for comming to the rescue!

Urgrace

Tuesday, October 15, 2002 - 07:29 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Spygirl help! What about us webtv users? I can get into chat where no one is chatting, but it says I have to have java to get into the new chat. Got any suggestions?

Babyruth

Tuesday, October 15, 2002 - 07:32 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Hi Gracie! Wish i could join you in your empty room, but I can't get in!
Thanks for the note in my folder. (((Gracie)))