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224924550063799
Last Modified Date:
Tue Apr 07 21:35:24 UTC 2026
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Install Sage Timeslips on a Windows peer-to-peer server
Description

Since some offices don’t have a dedicated machine for a standalone file/application server.  You can install and configure Sage Timeslips on Windows desktop operating systems to act as the server.

NOTE:

Using Sage Timeslips on the workstation/server will also claim and hold a Sage Timeslips license.

 

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CAUTION:

This solution requires advanced knowledge of Windows security and network settings. Sage isn't responsible for any issues that arise from changes to these settings. Ensure you back up all system and application databases necessary for a complete restoration. It's advisable to contact a certified consultant or your system administrator for assistance.

Overview of the process

  • Create a shared network folder for Sage Timeslips Premium.
  • Install Sage Timeslips Premium to the shared folder on the peer-to-peer server.
  • Perform local installations on each Sage Timeslips Premium workstation.

Create the Sage Timeslips Premium network share

Create the shared folder

  1. On the Sage Timeslips server, select Start, then Computer.
  2. Open the desired drive, commonly C:\.
  3. Select File, New, Folder, and name it TSSHARE.

Configure sharing and permissions

  1. Right-click the TSSHARE folder, then select Share, Advanced Sharing or Share, Share with Specific People.
  2. Configure users and permissions for the shared folder.
  3. Assign at least Read and Write permissions for all Sage Timeslips users.
  4. Select OK on Permissions, then select OK on folder properties.
Permission details
  • Read allows viewing folder names, file contents, and running programs.
  • Write, Change allows Read access plus editing, renaming, and saving files.

Verify network and firewall settings

  • Confirm that file and printer sharing and network discovery are active.  To verify open the Control Panel, "Network and Sharing," Change advanced sharing settings.
  • Open TCP port 3050 on the application or database server firewall.
  • Firebird Database Engine uses port 3050 for Sage Timeslips Premium communication.

NOTE:

Identify the server name using My Computer, then Properties, and record it for later steps.

Install Sage Timeslips Premium on the peer-to-peer server

Installation location requirements

  • Install Sage Timeslips Premium in a shared folder, such as C:\TSSHARE\Timeslips.
  • Don’t install under C:\Program Files due to Windows sharing limitations.
  • Start the installation directly on the peer-to-peer server.

Server prerequisites

  • Confirm that all workstations connect to the same network.
  • Ensure port 3050 remains open on the server firewall.
  • Maintain an active internet connection for Premium subscription validation.

Run the server installation

  1. Download the Sage Timeslips installation file.
  2. Double-click the downloaded file to start extraction and launch setup.
  3. Select Install Sage Timeslips.
  4. Choose Complete Server installation when prompted.
  5. Select the previously created network share location.
  6. Complete the installation to configure the Application and Database Server.

Install Sage Timeslips Premium on workstations

Verify server installation

  • On the server, open Sage Timeslips Premium.
  • Select Help, then About Timeslips.
  • Confirm Installation folder and Application folder show \\server_name\Timeslips.

Perform local workstation installs

  1. On the workstation, select Start, then enter \\server_name.
  2. Open the TSSHARE folder.
  3. Open Timeslips, then LoclInst, and double-click Setup.exe.
  4. Choose the preferred local installation type.
  5. Select the local installation path:
    • 32-bit: C:\Program Files\Timeslips\
    • 64-bit: C:\Program Files (x86)\Timeslips\
  6. Complete the installation and open Sage Timeslips Premium.
  7. Select Help, About Sage Timeslips, and verify folder paths.

Repeat these steps on each Sage Timeslips Premium workstation.

Configuration guidance

Single-user configurations

  • Single-license installations store programs and databases on one local machine.
  • Networked single-user systems store databases locally, not across the network drive.
  • Network drives can’t host databases for single-user licenses.

Network configurations

  • Peer-to-peer networks treat the first installed workstation as the server.
  • Dedicated network servers host the shared Sage Timeslips Premium installation.
  • Multiple station licenses support simultaneous database access.
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