As with all programs of this nature, there is some amount of setup and installation that must be done before you can begin playing multiplayer games over Kali^TM.  For this reason, there are several documentation files included with Kali^TM, which cover most of the connection configurations that users have.  There are also a couple of FAQ's which can answer some questions.

Second, READ THE DOCUMENTATION!!!!  As with any program, the documentation will mostl likely answer ANY question somebody has.  Included below is a short summary of what must be done to connect to a Kali^TM server (meeting place), and then to play a network game. Thirdly, you must get connected to the Internet.  This comes in two main flavors, choose which one below:

• Direct connection (ethernet, 10BaseT, T1/T2/T3 line, etc...)
• Modem SLIP/PPP account (ISDN or regular 14.4k / 28.8k)

Kali^TM works well with either of these connections.  Take note however, that any modem less than 14.4k baud will yield extremely unfavorable results.   Also, it is advisable that you upgrade to a 28.8k modem anyhow, since they are not much more expensive than a 14.4k, and the speed boost that you receive is well worth it.

What? You don't want to read the real documentation and you think you're smart enough to just jump in there and start using it now? Well, if you insist, but at least follow these steps:

1. Unzip kalippp.zip in it's own directory.
2. Edit kali.cfg to configure your nickname, email, and realname.
3. Edit net.cfg to enter the correct com port, phone number, and modem init string.
4. Type "load" at the DOS prompt.
5. Select "Connect" and then "Current" from the menu.
6. After the modem connects enter your user name and password.
7. Press alt-s to start the PPP driver then exit pppmenu without hanging up or disconnecting.
8. Type "kali /a" to get a list of servers. Then enter "kali <server ip#> to connect to a server. Then Run kchat.
9. If it didn't work, read the rest of this document and be more patient next time. :)

If this didn't help any, then click here for the rest of this PPP specific document, or go to the Get Kali page to find the rest of the documentation, more specifically kali.doc.

If you have a direct connection, this means that you have one of the following:

1. Ethernet card with either 10baseT or a Twisted Pair cable to the wall.
2. A T1/T2/T3 line
3. LAN card, connected to a network, which in turn is connected to the outside world.

It is possible to have a network locally, which is not connected to the Internet.  In this case, you will be restricted to playing multiplayer games locally.

With a direct connection, using Kali^TM is easy.  First off, you need to find out the IP address for the computer you wish to play at.  For direct connections, the IP number is usually static, meaning that it is permanent and only for that computer.  The IP number can usually be found by asking your system administrator.

Next, the packet driver must be loaded in DOS.  This driver lets programs communicate directly with the network card.  Proper installation usually requires knowing the IRQ and hex address of the network card.  Network packet drivers can be found at:

Now, you should be back at the DOS prompt.  Run kchat, find somebody to play a network game with, and then you can run the network game, choose multiplayer, and then go from there.  Much more extensive info concerning specific games and such can be found in the Kaligame.FAQ.

For direct technical support,
send email to help@kali.net.