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A Complete Guide On QuickBooks Database Server Manager

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Submitted by benwatson on Mon, 08/30/2021 - 08:23

ou can create network data files having extension .ND for any company file that you have stored on a hosting computer with QuickBooks Database Server Manager. Also, it helps you keep track of the local hard drives and configure new company files. To avail of all these features, you need to download the QB Database Server Manager. This blog will help you know how to set up, install and update the QB Database Server Manager in your system.
 
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Steps To Install QuickBooks Database Server Manager
 
Below we have listed all the steps that you need to follow to install the QBDB server manager:

  • Firstly, search for the QuickBooks Installer and start the installation wizard. Besides, click on YES if you have an active internet connection, else press NO.
  • Now, accept the terms and conditions and click on NEXT.
  • After that, select the Custom & Network option.
  • Further, select the Installation type. Then, enter the License Number for verification if you are using QuickBooks on a different computer.
  • Click on YES or allow access after selecting the installation type.
  • Lastly, click on the positive options and move further to set up the QB Database Server Manager option.

How To Setup Intuit QB Database Server Manager?
 
You can scan and monitor the QuickBooks Company file with QuickBooks Database Server Manager and then configure it for the QuickBooks Multi-User Mode access.

  • At first, open QuickBooks Server Manager and select the Scan Folder option.
  • If you’re not sure of the company file folder, you can scan the entire disk.
  • Now, click on Scan to display all the files on your server and run QuickBooks Database manager in the Hosting files. 
  • You can use the service administration tool to configure QuickBooksDBXX.

How To Run Intuit QB Database Server Manager?
 
Follow the below-given steps to run the QuickBooks Database Server Manager:

  • Click on the Start Menu and select Programs.
  • Now, run QuickBooks and select QBDB Server Manager.

How to scan Folders?

  • For that, you have to open the QuickBooks Database Manager and then select Scan Folders.
  • If you’re unaware of the exact location of company files, you can scan the entire local drive.
  • At last, click on Scan.

How To Update QuickBooks Server Manager?
 
It’s necessary to perform the QuickBooks Database Server Manager update at regular intervals. It becomes important whenever you install a new version of QB Desktop on your computer, or when Intuit comes up with a new update.

  • Download the latest QuickBooks Desktop and reboot the server after installing the patch.
  • Once you have updated the server, a message will appear on the screen stating: The company file requires to use of this version of QuickBooks.
  • After that, a prompt will pop up for creating a backup of the company file. Make sure to create the backup as the updates will affect the settings.
  • You will be able to open the company file after completing the backup process.

Conclusion
We hope the above information would have helped you get aware of all the aspects associated with the QuickBooks Database Server Manager. However, if any query persists, we suggest you to get in touch with our experts by placing a call on our Toll-Free Number (855)-856–0053.