Stepwise Installation for QuickBooks Database Server Manager

Are you looking for a comprehensive guide that can help you install QuickBooks Database Server Manager? We got you! The blog will provide all the essential steps and information that users must know while installing and running QuickBooks Database Server Manager.  With the help of the QuickBooks Database Server Manager tool, you can launch and share your business or QB company files with other users on the network. This way, various users can access the company file at the same time as the host computer or user allows. Not only that, but it also allows you to monitor your multi-user network.  To explore the complete and accurate installation process of the QB Database Server Manager, read this comprehensive guide carefully. 

This is a lengthy process, so if you need stepwise verbal instructions, you must call +1 (800) 780-3064. A QuickBooks professional will assist you throughout the process. 

How to Stepwise Install & Update QB Database Server Manager

First, you need to allocate a server and ensure the QuickBooks server requirements. Then, follow the steps given below chronologically and carefully. A single mistake can trigger an error in the process. 

1. First of all, download Database Server Manager. Since it is QB Desktop file’s part, you need to download and update the software. After that, the Database Server Manager will update automatically. 

2. Once the update is complete, close all the software running on your computer system, including QuickBooks.

3. Now open the Database Server Manager download file- Setup_QuickBooks.exe.

4. To complete the installation process, follow the on-screen instructions stepwise. You might require your product and license number. 

5. Select Custom or Network Options when QB asks you to select an install type. 

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Note: The Express choice will install the QB Desktop software over previous software versions. However, don't remove the previous version, as you might need it for comparison and troubleshooting. 

6. Now, you must select the most suitable option for the network setup.

7. Click on the Next button.  Both options will enable Database Server Manager. This will not overwrite your current company file if you already have QB Desktop installed on your PC. 

Suppose you want both QBDT and QB Database Server Manager. Then you must click the option-  I'll be using QuickBooks Desktop on this computer, AND I'll be storing our company file here so it can be shared over our network. 

If you only wish to have QB Database Server Manager on your server computer system, we recommend you choose this choice-  I will NOT be using QuickBooks Desktop on this computer.

8. Do what the on-screen instructions prompt you to do. When you are prepared, then hit the Install button. Your system’s Windows might ask for permission. 

NOTE: The QB software generates a fresh Windows user for different versions of Database Server Manager. For example- the Database Server Manager 2023 might display as QBDataServiceUser33.

9. When the above steps are complete, set up your Database Server Manager.

10. Then, precisely set the Firewall configurations. 

11. Then, finally, proceed to scan your company file. 

The blog is extremely helpful to users who want to learn how to install and run QuickBooks Database Server Manager. You can call +1(800) 780-3064 if you want to explore Database Server Manager more.

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