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Hosting on an existing server

Server Requirements

To learn if your existing server is capable of hosting DesignSmart, please read the requirements shown here.

 


 

tip_icon It is required that the server be dedicated to only running the FileMaker Server software. This can be done using a real or virtual server.

 



Remote Desktop Access

We will require remote desktop access to the server in order to perform the weekly updates and perform routine updates to the FileMaker server software.

We can provide two static IP addresses if  you want to restrict access to these ports.


FileMaker Software Installation and Maintenance

We will install the FileMaker server software and update it as required.


SSL Certificate

We will provide the SSL certificate for this server.


Windows Server Updates

The client, or their IT support staff, will be responsible for window server updates and general maintenance of the server.


Off site backups

The client, or their IT support staff, will be responsible for indicating where the DesignSmart backups should be saved, and also be responsible for off-site backups.

 


 

tip_icon We strongly recommend that all DesignSmart data be backed up off-site.

 



Port Openings

The following ports will need to be opened and forwarded on your internet router as required.

Port 443        If users are to access DesignSmart from a browser from outside the office.
Port 5003        We request this port opening so we can provide technical support. Also it allows users to connect to DesignSmart via FileMaker Pro.
Port 16000        To allow The Smart Designer support staff to access the server console panel from a browser.

 

 

 

 

 



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