How to Set Up QuickBooks Firewall Ports & Security Settings?

 

A firewall is a security tool that can block unauthorized access based on certain rules, whether it's located on a server or a computer. It can prevent QuickBooks Point of Sale from communicating with the company's data and computer. QuickBooks can normally detect and Configure Firewall Ports and Security Settings for QuickBooks automatically if it encounters any issues with blocked connections. However, there may be times when users need to configure the firewall manually.

 

Processes that are Interrupted by QuickBooks POS Blocking

Several of the programs listed below will be stopped when the security application disables the QuickBooks Point of Sale utility:

●        Electronic Funds Transfer: Server Manager for the Intuit Merchant Credit Card

●        Database Processing: being able to connect to and record changes/transactions in the business file.

●        Intuit Entitlement Service: User validation & product license

When connectivity is prevented, Point of Sale will frequently automatically configure the firewall for you. You may, however, occasionally need to manually configure your firewall. Review the relevant sections of the handbook included with the firewall program if you plan to manually setup your firewall application.

 

Methods to Manually Fix Windows Firewall for QuickBooks Desktop

Things to Remember:

●        You need to have Windows Administrator rights to configure the firewall.

●        You have to add specific Firewall ports and executable files to make Point of Sale work properly. This is necessary particularly if you're using a third-party firewall program.

●        It is advisable to get in touch with the developer of the third-party program to ask about how to add exceptions for ports and files.

 

 

Steps to Configure Firewall security settings for QuickBooks Desktop

Checkout the following methods to configure the firewall Configure Firewall security settings for QuickBooks Desktop:

Method 1: Manually fix the Windows Firewall

●        Press the ‘Windows+R‘ keys to open the ‘Run‘ command.

●        Type ‘Control’ and hit ‘OK’ to open the ‘Control Panel.’

●        On the upper right corner of the display, select “Small Icons” in the “View by” option.

●        Choose ‘Windows Firewall’ from the options.

●        Click on ‘Advanced Settings.’

●        Choose the ‘Inbound’ option.

●        Select ‘New Rule.’

●        Choose ‘Port.’ Then hit the ‘Next’ button.

●        Type in the numbers of the ports and click ‘Next.’

●        Choose ‘Allow Connection’ and select ‘Next.’

●        Give a name to your firewall rule, then click ‘Finish.’

 

Method 2: Setting up QuickBooks Tools Hub

●        The first step is to close QuickBooks software before using the QuickBooks Tool Hub program.

●        For a smooth experience, it is recommended to use Windows 10, 64-bit when using Tool Hub.

●        Download the latest version of the Tools Hub program.

●        Save the downloaded file to a folder that can be easily accessed later on.

●        If you have previously installed the Tool Hub, you can check the version you are using by going to the home tab and looking at the bottom of the screen.

●        Open the downloaded file.

●        Follow all the steps that appear on your screen.

●        Once the installation process is complete, double-click on the Tool Hub icon on the Windows desktop to open it.

Method 3: Running the QuickBooks File Doctor tool

●        Open the Tool Hub program and select “Company File Issues.”

●        Click on “Run QuickBooks File Doctor.”

●        The File Doctor tool may take a couple of minutes to open.

●        Note that if the tool does not open, you may need to search for the File Doctor tool and open it manually.

●        Once the tool opens, select the company file from the dropdown menu.

●        If you have trouble identifying the file, you can click on “Browse” to search for it.

●        Click on “Check your file and network,” then select “Continue.”

●        Enter the QuickBooks admin password and click “Next” tab.

 

Conclusion

It's possible that you might still be facing problems with configuring firewalls or security settings for QuickBooks Desktop. Don't worry though, we have a team of certified Intuit accounting experts who can solve all these problems, including firewall configuration. You can call us at 1-800-615-2347. Our QuickBooks desktop support team will be more happy to assist you!