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Efficiently manage shared database solutions from desktop to the Web.

FileMaker Server 8 Advanced is an enhanced version of FileMaker Server 8 that lets administrators securely manage and deploy shared FileMaker Pro 8.5, 8 and 7 database files over networks, intranets, and the Internet. Leveraging advances in reliability and security, FileMaker Server 8 Advanced makes it easier than ever to create robust FileMaker web-based solutions that can be shared with up to 100 simultaneous users, so teams of all sizes can access business-critical information, work collaboratively, and increase productivity no matter where they are.

  • Serve data simultaneously to up to 100 web-based clients, 50 ODBC/JDBC clients, and 250 FileMaker Pro 8.5, 8 and 7 clients
  • Use Instant Web Publishing capabilities — and take advantage of the new FileMaker Web Viewer
  • Create custom web solutions that integrate with existing websites using XML and XSLT
  • Access FileMaker data remotely from other applications using XML, ODBC, or JDBC
  • Protect valuable data with advanced security features

Create robust web solutions using Instant Web Publishing or customize your web application with industry-standard technologies.



Manage databases and client access locally or remotely with the intuitive, cross-platform FileMaker Server Admin application.



Serve your data

Host up to 125 database files** simultaneously to store massive amounts of FileMaker data on your network, while providing both stability and faster network performance to your FileMaker Pro users. Use forms-based authentication for increased security and the ability to customize the Instant Web Publishing home page to help users navigate your web site.

Share your data

Quickly publish information with Instant Web Publishing or create custom web interfaces with XML data and server-based XSLT processing. Leverage ScriptMaker™ support for web-based applications. Use popular web development tools to interface with FileMaker data via ODBC and JDBC. Employ the Site Assistant to easily create new XSLT sites.

Secure your data

Enhance the FileMaker Pro security system by optionally encrypting data transferred between hosted databases and desktop clients using the SSL protocol. User accounts and passwords can be efficiently managed through external authentication using industry standard Active Directory and Open Directory.



*Licensed users of FileMaker Server 7 Advanced may upgrade to FileMaker Server 8 Advanced for the low price of $749. Licensed users of FileMaker Pro 6 Unlimited may upgrade to FileMaker Server 8 Advanced for $1,499.

**Note: on Mac OS X non-server versions, 100 files can be hosted and opened simultaneously.

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