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The Server Management App is a new feature introduced to MacPractice Build 12.11. In Builds 12.11 and higher, the Server Management App is the method in how we start the MacPractice Server, manage Server Processes, and restore server backups. 

Note

Setting up the Server Management App is required in Builds 12.11 and above.

In this article, we'll cover how to set up the Server Management App, how to access the SMA, and we'll cover the functionality available within the app.

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More to come! 

Getting Started

Note

You will need to have your Database Name handy prior to updating to 12.11 or higher in order to complete the Server Management App setup.

The Server Management App can be accessed in three different ways. You must be on the same local network as the MP Server in order to access the Server Management App. You cannot utilize a VPN to bypass this restriction as a security measure.

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Validating your Database is typically done during updates, but can identify and in some cases correct an issue. Typically you won't need to utilize this function unless directed to by MacPractice Support.

Restoring a Backup

Restore From Backup allows you to select a previously created backup which you can then restore your database from. 

In Builds 15.9 and below, backups must be located in the default MacPracticeBackups folder in order to select and restore a database.

In Builds 15.13 and above, you can select the path of the backup you’d like to restore from.

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Users Node

The Users Node is split into three tabs. "Users", "History", and "Archived Users". Let's break down each of these tabs in order.

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