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HyperACCESS
by HyperACCESS
What HyperACCESS is
HyperACCESS is a Windows terminal communications program for connecting PCs with mainframes, mini-computers, and host computers. It extends terminal software with customization, scripting, SSH support, and multiple emulators, including ANSI, IBM3278 async, VT100, VT220, VT320 color, and Wyse 50/Wyse 60. Connections can use TCP/IP, ISDN, networked modems, or direct serial links. HyperACCESS records and replays logons and repetitive steps with VBScript, while automation is also available through Visual Basic, VBA, C++, C#, and other languages. File transfer protocols include Kermit, Xmodem, Ymodem, Zmodem, CompuServe B+, and HyperProtocol. Technical specifications list ActiveX Scripting, OLE Automation, Microsoft Office integration, and detection of more than 4,000 viruses in downloaded files before transfer completes. The fully functional trial includes all features for 15 days. Listed pricing includes HyperACCESS 9.1 at $169.99, paid once and another plan at $169.99 a month. A licensed copy is limited to one computer at a time.
Who it suits
HyperACCESS is intended for companies using Windows PCs to communicate with mainframes, mini-computers, or host computers. It suits teams needing terminal emulation, scripting, and automated communications.
What it does well
- SSH support and scripting API
- Multiple terminal emulators
- VBScript recording and playback
- Several file-transfer protocols
- 15-day full-featured trial
What to know first
- Windows-only platform
- Trial expires after 15 days
- License limited to one computer at a time
- Listed plans have paid pricing
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| HyperACCESS | Download available immediately | $169.99 a month |
| HyperACCESS | Download available immediately | $169.99, paid once |
| HyperACCESS 9.1 | One licensed copy may be used on one computer at a time · Extended Support/Maintenance $20.00 · CD (US Only) $10.00 | $169.99, paid once |
As hilgraeve.com lists them, read 24 Sept 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Verdict
HyperACCESS offers broad terminal, scripting, connection, and file-transfer capabilities for Windows environments. Its dated system requirements and per-copy licensing should be checked against your deployment needs.
Facts from HyperACCESS's own pages
- Automation
- It can record and play back logons and repetitive steps with VBScript. · hilgraeve.com, 10 Oct 2026
- Connections
- The product supports communications through TCP/IP, ISDN, networked modems, and direct serial connections. · hilgraeve.com, 10 Oct 2026
- File transfer
- Listed transfer protocols include Kermit, Xmodem, Ymodem, Zmodem, CompuServe B+, and HyperProtocol. · hilgraeve.com, 10 Oct 2026
- Free plan
- No · hilgraeve.com, 24 Sept 2026
- Headquarters
- Monroe, Michigan, United States · hilgraeve.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- The technical specifications list ActiveX Scripting, OLE Automation, and integration with Microsoft Office applications. · hilgraeve.com, 10 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- Hilgraeve describes HyperACCESS as a terminal communications solution for companies using PCs to communicate with mainframes, mini-computers, or host computers. · hilgraeve.com, 10 Oct 2026
- License limit
- A licensed copy may be used on one computer at a time, with an additional personal notebook permitted if the two are not used simultaneously and the stated conditions are met. · hilgraeve.com, 10 Oct 2026
- Platforms and requirements
- The listed system requirements specify Windows 95 through Windows 11, 8 MB RAM, and 6 MB hard drive space for a minimum install. · hilgraeve.com, 10 Oct 2026
- Product
- HyperACCESS is a customizable, full-powered version of HyperTerminal with additional terminal emulators, customization, and scripting capabilities. · hilgraeve.com, 10 Oct 2026
- Programming interfaces
- The product page says users can automate communications with Visual Basic, VBA, C++, C#, or other languages. · hilgraeve.com, 10 Oct 2026
- Scripting API
- Yes · hilgraeve.com, 24 Sept 2026
- SSH
- HyperACCESS supports SSH and offers a scripting API for automating SSH tasks. · hilgraeve.com, 10 Oct 2026
- SSH support
- Yes · hilgraeve.com, 24 Sept 2026
- Support
- The product page describes HyperACCESS as still being developed, supported, and sold by its original authors. · hilgraeve.com, 10 Oct 2026
- Supported platforms
- Windows · hilgraeve.com, 24 Sept 2026
- Terminal emulators
- Listed emulators include ANSI, IBM3278 async, VT100, VT220, VT320 color, Wyse 50/Wyse 60, and others. · hilgraeve.com, 10 Oct 2026
- Trial
- The fully functional trial includes all HyperACCESS features and expires after 15 days. · hilgraeve.com, 10 Oct 2026
- Virus detection
- The technical specifications say the product detects 4,000+ viruses in downloaded files before transfer completes. · hilgraeve.com, 10 Oct 2026
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