You can access PDC's FTP site to send us large files or to download files that we make available.  There are two directories that are generally available:

• /incoming - This directory is used for you to send us files.  Note that once you have uploaded a file, you cannot upload a file again with the same name.  Therefore, if the file transfer process is somehow interrupted, you will need to change the name of the file in some way before attempting to send the file again.  Also, files you upload to the site will not be visible to you after uploading.  This is a security feature so that files can be sent to us but not be available to the general public after we get them.  After uploading files to us, please send an e-mail to the PDC Web Site Coordinator to notify us that the files have been sent.  Otherwise, we may not be aware that you have sent us a file.

• /pub - This directory is used for files that we make available.  Sometimes, we put files here for clients on a temporary basis, particularly if the client's web access does not permit secure FTP access (e.g., one where you must enter an ID and password).

ftp://pdc-cables.com

Using FTP Access on PDC's Web Site

You will need a File Transfer Protocol (FTP) program to send and receive files from our web site.  Some free FTP programs include (note: we do not develop, support or verify the integrity of these programs):

• FileZilla
• SmartFTP
• FTP Explorer

Most INTERNET browsers (FireFox, Internet Explorer, etc.) can be used to download files from FTP site.  You can "right-click" on a file with your mouse and then select "Save As" to download a file.  For example, you could do this with any file in PDC's public FTP site (pdc-cables.com/pub).

Internet Explorer can also be used for uploading files.  Basic instructions follow:

Internet Explorer 7.0 or Greater

• From the View Menu, select "Open FTP Site in Windows Explorer" (the "Menu Toolbar" must be visible)

or

• Select the "Page" drop-down menu and the select "Open FTP Site in Windows Explorer"

You can then drag-and-drop files into the FTP site that is opened in Windows Explorer.

Older Versions of Internet Explorer

Usually, you can "right-click" on the page in Internet Explorer (not Windows Explorer) and then select "Login As".  You should then enter an anonymous login.