Error: "Server not found. Make sure the server name is valid..."
Description

[Zen][ODBC Client Interface][Client LNA] Server not found. Make sure that the server name is valid and the communication components are loaded on the remote server. Use the PING command to validate a TCP server name.

Cause
Resolution

The error occurs on the server

  1. Uninstall Sage BusinessWorks using Control Panel, Programs and Features.
  2. Reinstall Sage BusinessWorks.

The error occurs on a workstation

Blocked ports:

  1. Use the Telnet command to test the functionality of ports 1583 and 3351.
  2. Make sure to allow traffic through ports 1583 and 3351.
  3. Verify Sage BusinessWorks launches successfully.

Unable to resolve computer name using ping test

  1. Run a ping test this verifies the workstation that’s receiving the error is resolving the computer name.
    • Work with a network technician to resolve the issue if you can’t resolve the server name
  2. If the error occurs on just one workstation, verify the installation type of the workstation.

If the error occurs on a standalone when disconnected from the internet

  1. In the Windows search, type View your PC name.
  2. View the Device name.
  3. If the Device name is longer than 15 characters, rename the computer to a shorter name.
  4. Once renamed, reinstall Sage BusinessWorks.  

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