A Quick Guide to Install, Update & Set up the QuickBooks Database Server Manager
QuickBooks database server manager is a tool that allows QuickBooks servers to connect to multiple users. It develops a network base data file that is primarily used by the host computer. This helps it easier to create network data files for the company which is present on the host computer. If you want multiple access for different users, all you need to do is install this tool. Let’s explore the installation, updating, and configuration of QuickBooks Database Server Manager.
Steps to Install QuickBooks Database Server Manager
Follow these steps to install QuickBooks Database Server Manager:
· Visit the official Intuit website to download the installer.
· Double-click on the Installer to start the installation procedure.
· Read the terms of the software licence and press Agree.
· Choose the installation type. Select "Server only" if you're installing on the server machine. Select "Custom and Network Options" if you're installing on a computer that will also be used to run QuickBooks.
· Choose the installation location.
· Follow the on-screen prompts to proceed with and complete the installation process.
· Restart the computer after the installation process is complete.
Setting Up QuickBooks Database Server Manager
You must configure QuickBooks Database Server Manager after installing it. This is how:
· Open QB on the server computer.
· Open the company file you want to use.
· Go to the File menu, choose "Utilities" and then "Host Multi-User Access."
· Follow the on-screen instructions to enable multi-user access.
· Open QuickBooks Database Server Manager.
· From the File menu, choose "Scan folders."
· Add the folders that contain your QuickBooks company files.
o Click on “Add folders” button and then select the “folder” you want to add.
o The folder location under the folders which contain the “QuickBooks company file.”
· After that hit a click "Scan" to start scanning the folders for company files.
· After the folders are scanned, click "Close."
How to Keep QuickBooks Database Server Manager Updated?
Updating a tool is very important. If you do not update on time, there is a good chance that you may get errors. Follow this guide to get your desired results.
· First, you need to download the patch
· Open the QuickBooks Database Server Manager and go to the Updates section.
· Complete the installation process by following the on-screen instructions.
· Alternatively, you can also update QuickBooks Desktop to ensure you have the most recent updates for the program. To do this, go to the Help menu and choose Update QuickBooks Desktop.
Conclusion
In case when multiple users try to access the same company file, business owners can install QuickBooks Database Server Manager to improve the responsiveness and functionality of QuickBooks.
Using the steps in this guide, you should be able to install and configure QuickBooks Database Server Manager quickly and successfully. You can contact our QuickBooks desktop support team at 1-888-368-8874 for assistance if you encounter any issues throughout the installation process.
Comments
0 comment