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I want to setup a host computer for multiuser mode to house the company file.
My question is can the host computer be on a different network than the workstation computers? For example, can the host computer be located at the office on the company network but I am at my house working on the company file?
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If you need to open the same company files in multiuser mode simultaneously, you can set up a simple private cloud on your host. Your remote users will access QB via internet connections.
If you need to open the same company files in multiuser mode simultaneously, you can set up a simple private cloud on your host. Your remote users will access QB via internet connections.
I agree with Fiat's recommendation, @Damien1.
To further assist you on how to set this up, I've listed the process you can follow. To start, you'll need to set up your QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT) first. If you haven't yet, refer to Step 1 of this article: Install QuickBooks Desktop on a server.
Next, ensure that QuickBooks Database Server Manager is installed on the computer that hosts your company files (server computer). Then, use it to scan the folder that holds your files.
When verified, set up folder permissions on your server computer to ensure that this has permission to be on your network.
After that, adjust your Firewall and Internet security settings so QBDT and Database Server Manager can run on your network.
Then, set up the admin rights to make sure you can sign in to your server computer using your account.
Once you're done setting up everything outside of QBDT, you're next step is to turn on Multi-user Access on your server computer:
Finally, you can now install your workstations. For reference, refer to Step 8 of this article: Install QuickBooks Desktop on a server.
I also include this link that you can open to learn more about QuickBooks Desktop hosting and multi-user mode: Hosting your company data in multi-user mode in QuickBooks Desktop.
Once everything is fine, refer to this page for detailed instructions on how you can access your QBDT remotely from a host or server computer: Open a company file on a remote computer.
If you have anything else to ask or other questions about setting up a multi-user network in QBDT, please don't hesitate to leave a reply below. I'm always here ready to provide additional assistance. Have a good one.
Thank you
You're most welcome, @Damien1.
I'm glad that my colleague DivinaMercy_N is able to guide you through setting up your company in a Multi-User mode.
Don't hesitate to comment if you need anything else about QuickBooks Desktop configuration. The Community is available 24/7 to back you up. Have a great start of the week and take care!
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