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I will try tcp/ip , but any ideas it is open and hosted by another user
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I will try tcp/ip , but any ideas it is open and hosted by another user

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which FM version?<br />
What kind of licence? 3 singles or 1 site licence for N users?<br />
If single user, they may have reinstalled 3 times the same licence number which will conflict when working on same data base; each PC need a separate licence or a network licence
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which FM version?
What kind of licence? 3 singles or 1 site licence for N users?
If single user, they may have reinstalled 3 times the same licence number which will conflict when working on same data base; each PC need a separate licence or a network licence

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You say the file is open and hosted by another user. If that's the case, you should open it by using the HOSTS button in the Open dialog box, then open the file from there. Don't try to open the file directly from the folder it's in. If you don't see anything under HOSTS, check all of the computers to be sure they are all using the same network protocol. <br />

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You say the file is open and hosted by another user. If that's the case, you should open it by using the HOSTS button in the Open dialog box, then open the file from there. Don't try to open the file directly from the folder it's in. If you don't see anything under HOSTS, check all of the computers to be sure they are all using the same network protocol.


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or the file is not shared anymore...
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I have a client that has three machines that share a file maker pro database. They are replacing all three machines, when I try ti open it it says it is already opened I checked to make sure ipx was picked what could teh issue be?
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I have a client that has three machines that share a file maker pro database. They are replacing all three machines, when I try ti open it it says it is already opened I checked to make sure ipx was picked what could teh issue be?

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FileMaker Pro is a cross-platform relational database application that integrates a database engine with a graphical user interface (GUI) and security features, allowing users to modify the database by dragging new elements into layouts, screens, or forms. FileMaker evolved from a DOS application, but since 1992 has been available for Microsoft Windows and Mac OS, and can be used in a cross-platform environment.