How to Point a web Domain Name to FileMaker Server and the Data API

  • Who: Anyone interested in interacting with their FileMaker Server data via the web.
  • What: How to point a web Domain Name to FileMaker Server and the Data API (also useful for WebDirect)
  • With: FileMaker Server (any version), a Domain Registrar (like GoDaddy).
  • Why: Use a custom domain name like discoverfilemaker.com to point to your FileMaker server.

How to Install a Wildcard SSL on Windows Server

  • Who: Anyone interested in securing your Azure cloud server with SSL (Wildcard or single domain)
  • What: How to Install a Wildcard SSL on Windows Server in Azure
  • With: FileMaker 14+ (these instructions will likely work with past versions as well)
  • Why: Security is a priority with any solution, but especially if you connect your server over a WAN (as opposed to your local network).

FileMaker Server Error 724

  • Who: Anyone experiencing Server Error 724
  • What: How to Fix FileMaker Server Error 724 Admin Server process is not responding
  • With: FileMaker Server
  • Why: To get the Admin Server process to reconnect to the FileMaker Server process