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Article: Why Does QuickBooks Show ‘Server Connection Lost’ and How Can You Fix It Fast?
Facing a “QuickBooks Server Connection Lost” error can be frustrating — especially when working in multi-user mode or accessing a company file hosted on a network server. This issue breaks the communication between your system and the server, leading to interrupted access, potential data loss, and workflow delays.
In this article, we’ll explain why this happens and provide effective, easy-to-follow fixes to get your connection back — fast.
⚠️ When You Might See This Error
While opening the company file in multi-user mode
After a network timeout or interruption
When the QBDBMgrN service crashes or stops
During a company file backup or restore process
After system reboot or Windows update
🛠️ Causes of QuickBooks Server Connection Lost Error
Unstable or dropped network connection
QuickBooks Database Server Manager stopped running
Firewall blocking QuickBooks communication
Damaged .ND file or file path mismatch
Antivirus interfering with QB processes
Server in sleep/hibernate mode
🧰 How to Fix QuickBooks Server Connection Lost (Step-by-Step)
1️⃣ Use QuickBooks Tool Hub—Network Fix Tool
Download and install the latest QuickBooks Tool Hub
Go to Network Issues > QuickBooks Database Server Manager
Scan your folder and repair connection issues
2️⃣ Restart QuickBooksDBXX Service
Open Services.msc
Restart QuickBooksDBXX and QBCFMonitorService
3️⃣ Allow QuickBooks in Firewall
Manually add firewall rules for ports:
8019, 56728, 55378–55382
Add QBW32.exe, QBDBMgrN.exe, QBCFMonitorService.exe as allowed apps
4️⃣ Recreate .ND File
Locate and delete the old .ND file
QuickBooks will auto-create a new one when the file is opened again
5️⃣ Keep Server Awake
Prevent sleep/hibernate on the host machine
Ensure consistent server uptime for file sharing
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