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How to Install, Update, and Set up the QuickBooks Database Server Manager? | Forum

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Henry Smith
Henry Smith Jul 19 '21

Want to learn the process to install, update and set up the QuickBooks database server manager? Well, if yes then reading this post ahead will surely help you. QuickBooks database server managerbasically helps in configuring the QuickBooks server for multi-user access. 

However, if you are unable to use the steps above, then feel free to contact ourQuickBooks enterprise tech supportteam professionals at 1-800-761-1787.

The Forum post is edited by Henry Smith Jul 1 '22
Alpha Johnson
Alpha Johnson Dec 1 '21

Step 1: Download Database Server Manager. Database Server Manager is a part of the QuickBooks Desktop file. ...

Step 2: Install Database Server Manager. ...

Step 3: Set your firewall permissions. ...

Step 4: Update Database Server Manager.

Blade Smith
Blade Smith Feb 23 '22
QuickBooks database server manager is only required when you host your QuickBooks desktop in multi user mode


How to Install QBDM


You can install it while installing QuickBooks. You need to select custom/network install and choose the option to install QuickBooks database server manager on the server computer which will be hosting your QB company file. Later you can turn the hosting mode on.


Another way to check if QuickBooks database server manager is installed on your computer is to download QuickBooks tool hub


Go to network issues tab and click on QuickBooks database server manager button. If QBDM is installed on your PC it will open up otherwise you need to download QuickBooks and perform a network install.


QBDM can help to resolved issues such as H202 and H505. Most of the networking issues can be rectified by using QBDM. Check out QuickBooks tool hub documentation for more information.

The Forum post is edited by Blade Smith Feb 23 '22
Gena Sanford
Gena Sanford Sep 8 '22
Here's how to Download and use QuickBooks Database Server Manager?
  • Open your QuickBooks installer and run the setup wizard.
  • Connect to the web, then click Next.
  • Learn carefully when settling the device, then set the phrases and conditions, then click Next.
  • Click on Custom or Network choices.
  • Select configuration means.
  • Type your license quantity if needed.
  • Click Yes, allow access to.
  • Follow the rest of the instructions to complete the setup.

You may also read: How to Migrate Data from FreshBooks to QuickBooks?

The Forum post is edited by Gena Sanford Sep 8 '22
James Aultman
James Aultman Mar 10 '23

Awesome Information!! Thank for providing excellent information. if you have any issues with why does quickbooks keep aborting, you can go through the detailed steps mentioned in this article.


Jimmy wick
Jimmy wick Apr 4 '23

Configure Database Server Manager

Open the Windows Start menu.

Type Services in search and open Services.

Select and open QuickBooksDBXX (XX is the version number).

Go to General and find Service status. 

From Startup type, select Automatic.

Go to Logon and select Local System account.


Hope this helps.