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Solution ID:
224924550063861
Last Modified Date:
Thu Apr 02 12:59:25 UTC 2026
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Category//Installation
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Install Sage Timeslips in a database server and application server environment
Description
We recommend that your network administrator use these steps as a general example for setting up Sage Timeslips in a multi‑user, client‑server network. Keep in mind that following these steps can impact how Sage Timeslips or your network works. The network administrator, or whoever makes these changes, is responsible for fixing any issues that come up. Run the installation directly on the server; don’t install it from another computer on the network.

 

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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 backup all system and application databases necessary for a complete restoration.  It's advisable to contact a certified consultant or your system administrator for assistance.

 Summary of steps

  • Install Sage Timeslips database components on the database server.
  • Create a shared network folder for Sage Timeslips on the application server.
  • Install Sage Timeslips Premium to the shared network folder.
  • Run local installations on all Sage Timeslips workstations.
  • Launch Sage Timeslips on the workstations to complete server connection configuration.

Install database components on the database server

Server considerations

  • Sage doesn’t support installations under C:\Program Files(x86)\Timeslips\ due to Windows shared-data restrictions.
  • Start the installation locally on the server, not from another network machine.
  • Confirm the database server and application server exist on the same visible network.
  • Open port 3050 on the database server firewall only for Firebird database communication.  See article Open Port 3050 in the Windows Defender Firewall (224924550063862)
  • Maintain an active internet connection when validating a Premium monthly subscription.

NOTE:

Review article Open port 3050 in the Windows Defender firewall for firewall configuration instructions.

Locate licensing information

You need the serial number, configuration code or activation key, and account ID during installation, registration, and technical support requests. Sage provides this information via email after purchase.

Install the database engine

  1. Download the Sage Timeslips installation file and launch it locally.
  2. Select Install Sage Timeslips from the menu.
  3. Choose Database Server when prompted for server type.
  4. Select the database storage path.
  5. Complete the installation.

After installation, locate TSAdmin.exe in C:\Program Files (x86)\Timeslips Firebird Server\Timeslips.

Use TSAdmin.exe to register databases without installing the full application. Sage Timeslips doesn’t require shared folders on the database server.

TIP:

Record the database server computer name for later configuration.

Create a shared network folder on the application server

  1. Press the Windows Key and the letter E to open the Explorer window.
  2. Open a non-system drive, such as D:\
  3. Create a folder named TSSHARE.
  4. Open Properties then select Sharing and click Share.
  5. Assign at least Read and Write permissions.

Permissions overview

  • Read permission allows viewing files, folders, and running programs.
  • Write or Change permission allows modifying files and folders.

Click OK to save permissions and sharing settings. Other network computers can now access the share.

CAUTION:

Confirm port 3050 remains open on the database server firewall to allow database access.

 

Install Sage Timeslips on the application server

Install Sage Timeslips into a shared folder, such as C:\TSSHARE\Timeslips or C:\APPS\Timeslips\.

Server considerations

  • Avoid installations under C:\Program Files\Timeslips.
  • Start the installation locally on the application server.
  1. Launch the Sage Timeslips installer.
  2. Select Install Sage Timeslips.
  3. Choose Application Server when prompted.
  4. Select the previously created network share.
  5. Complete the installation.

Install Sage Timeslips on the server before starting any workstation installations.

Perform local installations on workstations

Local installations apply only to workstations, not servers.

  1. Press Windows Key+R and enter \\server_name.
  2. Open the TSSHARE folder.
  3. Open Timeslips, then LoclInst, and run Setup.exe.
  4. Select the appropriate installation type.
  5. Choose the default installation path for your system architecture.
  6. Launch Sage Timeslips and select Help, then About Sage Timeslips Premium.

Confirm the installation folder matches \\server_name\Timeslips.

Repeat these steps for each workstation.

Connect Sage Timeslips to the database server

You can complete this setup from the server or any configured workstation.

  1. Launch Sage Timeslips.
  2. Enter the database server computer name when prompted.
  3. Complete the connection process.
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