RPM uses an advanced SQL database, is fully scalable and offers a client/server option. There are no add-ons to buy, no service contracts to pay. Our service is fast and friendly. And, RPM is priced right.
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Client/Server Setup Instructions
Client/Server is more secure and is much less prone to data corruption. Only the server accesses the data so if it is in good working order you will not see any data corruption. The workstations access it only via the server. To set up client/server.
Next, create a directory on your server and share it. Place the clientserver.ini file into that folder (Download a copy of the clientserver.ini file). Open the clientserver.ini file with notepad (right-click it and select Open With... then choose Notepad), and change the IP address to the one on your host PC.
To check your IP address click the Windows Start button then choose Control Panel (you may need to select Settings, then Control Panel). Double click Network Connections. In the dialog that opens double-click your network connection. In the dialog that opens click the Support tab which displays your IP address (Note: this is the IP address for the PC, not necessarily its IP for the Internet.).
You will also need to copy your reports folder from your current data directory (if you need help locating your data directory please visit http://www.rpm-software.com/quicktip002.htm) to this new folder as well as the attached temporary license files, if applicable.
On your server, click the Windows Start button and select All Programs>DBISAM Additional Software and Utilities>Server Administration Utility.
In the window that opens choose File>Login to Server. When prompted enter Admin as the User Name and DBAdmin as the password.
Click the Server tab. Change the following:
v Connection Timeout: 3600
v Dead Session Cleanup: 30
v Dead Session Expiration: 120
Click the Databases tab and then the Add button. In the Name field that appears type RPM. Browse to the directory that contains your RPM data, then click Save (Note: You must name the database RPM).
Click the Users tab and add as many users as you wish.
Click the Database Users tab and then click Add at the bottom. Select one of the users you added from the pulldown that lights up. Check all the Rights to Grant and click Save. Repeat this for all users.
Close the Server Administration Utility.
Run RPM and click File>New Company from the text menu. Give the company a name and browse to the directory that contains the clientserver.ini file. Click OK. You must do this at each PC in your network that runs RPM. You can switch between your old company (which is direct access to the database) and the client/server company anytime you wish. In order to ensure client/server is running exclusively (and thus verify the database errors are due to network trouble) everyone must be pointed to the client/server company. Please be careful when testing that not a single pc is directly linked to the database. You may wish to remove sharing on the data directory temporarily to ensure this.
To log in at each PC choose File>Open Company and select the new company. You will be prompted to enter your User ID and password you created in step 7 above. If you have RPM security turned on you will be prompted to log in to RPM as well. If you are not prompted to log in to client/server try using File>Open Company and selecting the new company again.
For multiple companies:
Create a new database in the server admin utility, then
Create a separate folder for each company with its own clientserver.ini and,
Name the RemoteDatabase above to the same name as the db you created.
For all folders include a reports and tools folder to store reports and script shortcuts.
Scripts are stored in the same folder as the clientserver.ini file
For more information you can download the Getting Started and Reference manuals from our web site at http://www.rpm-software.com/mwdocs.php or online help at http://www.rpm-software.com/html/help/.
Reliable Database RPM uses a self-contained SQL database (no separate SQL server required) and offers a client/server option. This is superior to relational databases. Data corruption is highly unlikely, security is much better and you can manage a much larger database, as well as up to 100 users.
Free Demo Use this demo and its tutorials before you buy. You can even enter your own data then unlock the demo and retain your work. We encourage this “try before you buy” method to ensure that you are satisfied with RPM before your purchase.
Ease of Use RPM’s interface is very streamlined and easy to use. This design allows for quick access to commonly used features (order entry, customer management, and inventory) as well as easy access to deeper features. Built-in security can be used to limit access to any features as well.
Satisfaction We value our customers and know that quality service ensures a long relationship.
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Customizable We offer custom programming that allows you to order changes to the actual program. These changes are made part of the core software so you can download free and paid upgrades later when new versions are available without losing your features. RPM also includes free database and scripting tools you can use to make changes to your data, export data, change prices, send mailings etc. You can read more about the tools online.
Reports The included report writer is very powerful and easy to use. Over 100 pre-built reports are included which you can edit. Or, you can create your own. The report writer is one of our customers’ favorite features and is included free with RPM. If you do not want to write your own custom reports you can simply order them online.
Price Our philosophy and business model allows us to offer our software and prices far below our competition. And long term cost of ownership is lower too. There are no add-ons, no annual maintenance fees and no surprises. We charge very competitive rates for custom work, reports and support. Our paid upgrades are very reasonable as well.
