refer to the strategy pages in the pdf download for advice on the three configurations for using the ADMS

strategy 1 - single user - standalone including FileMaker Runtime for ADMS

strategy 2 - single user or small group - server + 3 clients + 3 FileMaker Pro

strategy 3 - multi-user - server with FileMaker Server + 8 clients with FileMaker Pro


Q. What is FileMaker?

A. FileMaker is the database development toolkit and engine that iArchitecture use to develop the Architectural Data Management System (ADMS). To find out more about FileMaker visit http://www.filemaker.co.uk.

Q. Do we need FileMaker software to run the Architectural Data Management System?

A. Yes, buy an ADMS Contacts 3 product that includes the required number of FileMaker Pro or FileMaker Server user licences.

Q. If we already have a number of FileMaker software products what do we do?

A. The ADMS requires FileMaker Pro version 6 and FileMaker Server version 5.5, contact your specialist or dealer for upgrades and additional licences.

Q. Why would we need FileMaker Server on a separate machine?

A. FileMaker Server is a more efficient and stable way to host the ADMS software. Up to 250 clients can connect to a server and the server can be scheduled to pause the databases in order to make backup copies. Other useful features include remote administration and activity logs. FileMaker Server is strongly recommended for systems of 8 or more clients and preferred for any multi-user setup.

Q. Can we run FileMaker over a VPN or WAN ?

A. Yes, the minimum for a single remote client over VPN or WAN is an ADSL internet connection with minimum download and upload speed of 256 kbps.

Q. Can we run a single FileMaker Server between two offices ?

A. Yes, the minimum for a remote office connection over VPN or WAN is an SDSL internet connection with minimum download and upload speed of 2 Mbps.