Change the backscroll buffer size

Applies To: Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows Server 2003 with SP1, Windows Server 2003 with SP2

To change the backscroll buffer size

  1. Open HyperTerminal.

  2. Open a saved connection file or create a new connection.

  3. On the File menu, click Properties, and click the Settings tab.

  4. In the Backscroll buffer lines box, type the number of communication text lines that you want saved in addition to what is displayed on the screen, and then click OK.

Notes

  • Performing this task does not require you to have administrative credentials. Therefore, as a security best practice, consider performing this task as a user without administrative credentials.

  • To open HyperTerminal, click Start, point to All programs, point to Accessories, point to Communications, and then click HyperTerminal.

  • HyperTerminal is not installed by default. For information on how to install HyperTerminal, see Related Topics.

  • The maximum backscroll buffer value is 500 lines.

Information about functional differences

  • Your server might function differently based on the version and edition of the operating system that is installed, your account permissions, and your menu settings. For more information, see Viewing Help on the Web.

See Also

Concepts

Install HyperTerminal
HyperTerminal overview
Change the settings for making a call