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Instructions on configuring FileMaker to connect to the Libraries FileMaker server.
FileMaker 15
From the Launch Center
OR
If you have closed the Launch Center
Go to File then Open Remote which opens the Launch Center
Make sure you are on the Host tab:
- In the left pane of the Launch Center --- Click +
- Type LibFileMakerlibfm-1.mit.edu in the host's internet address (use all lower case characters to prevent connection issues)
- Leave Type LibFileMaker in the Favorite Host's Name box (optional, you can leave this box blank)empty
- Click Save.
This will put LibFileMaker Libfm-1 as a permanent entry on the Hosts tab of the Launch Center. Clicking on LibFileMaker Libfm-1 in the left pane will show all databases available on the server in the right pane. Choose a database and click Open.
FileMaker 12/13
From the Quick Start page click Browse..., then Remote...
OR
If you have chosen to hide the Quick Start page
Go to File then Open Remote
- Favorite Hosts are selected---Click Add...
- Type LIB-FileMaker.mit.edu in the host's internet address
- Type Lib-FileMaker in the Favorite Host's Name box
- Click Save.
Click here for more information about Filemaker Documentation space.
Return to the Tech Basics Wiki:
Libraries Technology BasicsThis will put Lib-FileMaker as a permanent entry into your Favorite Files (Remote) list. Clicking on Lib-FileMaker in the left pane will show all databases available on the server in the right pane. Choose a database and click Open.