How to Do Firewall Configuration for QuickBooks Desktop POS

Firewalls work like a gateway for better management and prohibition of web activity in the network. It is basically used to slow down the web treat spreading. In QuickBooks, the Firewall setting plays a major role while operating the program. In the below write-up you will learn the guidance related to the Firewall configuration for QuickBooks Point of Sale (POS).

What is Firewall?

A Firewall referred to a network security program for monitoring the incoming & outgoing network traffic. Also, decide whether to block or allow the particular traffic depending upon the defined protocols. Hence Firewall is software used to allow or block the data packet and acts as a security boost by preventing malicious activity across the network.

Processes that are interrupted by the Blocking of QuickBooks POS

Windows Firewall acts as the most important program used for the interaction of the QuickBooks Point of Sale company data between the client and server workstation. In case of a connectivity failure with the firewall, Point of Sale automatically configures the firewall.

When the QuickBooks Point of Sale got blocked due to security concerns then here is the list of interrupted processes:

• Database Server Manager: It is used for server installation. It can record and connect.
• Intuit Entitlement Service: Used for product License & User validation
• Electronic Funds Manager: It is a widely used service by Merchant for credit card processing

In QuickBooks when the firewall automatically blocks the connectivity between client workstations and servers, the POS automatically starts the firewall configuration. However, sometimes, there require manual configuration.

What are the primary causes of the firewall configuration errors?

Here are the major reasons for the firewall errors:

• Server or the client workstation create the trouble
• IP address change or the when you have connected with the dynamic address
• Client workstations aren’t on the common Windows service pack
• Multi-user mode is disabled

Important things you need to perform before a Manual Firewall configuration:

• You must have the administrator’s credentials to perform the Firewall settings
• In case you are using any third-party security application, ensure that you included the Firewall Ports & other required executable files for the QuickBooks Point of Sale

How to Do Firewall Configuration for QuickBooks Desktop POS?

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List the Point of Sale Firewall Ports in QuickBooks:

UDP (Outgoing)

1. 8036
2. 8035
3. 8024
4. 2638

TCP(Incoming)

1. 8040
2. 8443
3. 8035
4. 8024
5. 8025
6. 46228
7. 46225
8. 46216
9. 46203
10. 443
11. 2638

Closure:

Here is the article about Firewall configuration for QuickBooks Point of Sale (POS) completes! Hopefully, the information is beneficial to confidently proceed with the Firewall configuration process. In case of any doubt feel free to connect instantly with the QuickBooks team with a live chat option. Stay updated here to know the optimized accounting solutions to take your business to the next level.

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