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SERVER ACTIVATION MODE

Hii Accounting Server
License Key Protocol

Procedure for activating the server instance using a License Key and linking to MariaDB.

01. Prerequisites (Server Mode)

License Token

Valid 16-character alphanumeric key.

MariaDB Access

Root or Admin credentials for database creation.

License Key Server Activation

1

License Key Entry and Validation

Enter the 16-character license key into the designated input box on the activation screen.

  • Input the key: Ensure accuracy (case-sensitive).
  • Validation: The system will either verify **automatically** or prompt you to click **[Verify]**.
  • Upon **Success**, click the **[Activate]** button to proceed.
2

Create Database (MariaDB)

Before proceeding to the server setup page, you must manually create an empty database instance using MariaDB tools.

Required Action:

CREATE DATABASE hii_accounting_db;

Note the **Database Name**, **Username**, and **Password** for the next step.

3

Server Configuration and DB Connection

The system will redirect you to the Server Setup page. Provide the credentials for the database created in Step 2.

Field 1 Database Host (e.g., localhost or IP)
Field 2 Database Name (e.g., hii_accounting_db)
Field 3 DB User
Field 4 DB Password

Click [Finalize Setup]. The Hii Accounting Server is now active.

Troubleshooting

Error Issue Fix
ERR_DB_CON Invalid DB Credentials / Host Verify Host IP, port, and User/Pass combination.
ERR_401 Invalid License Key Ensure no extra spaces and key is not expired.
ERR_DB_EXIST Database Already Exists Use a clean database name or grant permissions.

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1

Launch Client Application

Start the Hii Accounting Client application (Desktop or Web App).

  • Ensure the client device is connected to the **same local router/network** as the server.
  • The client should load to a **Connection Setup** screen or detect the server automatically.
2

Configure Server Host Address

Manually enter the network address of the Hii Accounting Server.

Connection Input Fields:

Server IP Address: [192.168.x.x] Port Number: [8080]

The client needs the **internal IP address** of the machine where the server software is running.

3

Connect and Authenticate

The client will attempt to establish a connection using the provided host details.

  • Click **[Test Connection]** or **[Connect]**.
  • If successful, the client will present the **Login Screen**.
  • Enter your user credentials (set during the original admin registration) to access the accounting system.