To provide the central server fail-over functionality it is necessary to utilize Microsoft Windows Network Load Balancing Services (NLB).


Requirements:


  • Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, Microsoft Windows Server 2012, Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2


Limitations:


  • Jobs stored on server which is not available can not be printed.
  • All central servers need to be on same subnet.


Configuration of NLB


1. Install NLB feature to all central servers.


2. Start Network Load Balancing Manager.


3. Create new cluster by Click on Cluster > New.

4. Enter the IP address of first cluster node, Click on connect and select the network card. Confirm by Click on Next.

4. Leave a default settings and Click on Next.

5. Enter the cluster public IP address and Click on Next.

6. Enter full Internet name and select the operation mode based on your network.

7. Edit the port rules:

- Affinity: Single

- Timeout: 15 minutes

and Click on Finish.

8. Add other central servers to cluster. Each server need to have installed NLB feature.



Installation of OptimiDoc Central Server


1. Install OptimiDoc based on Administrator Quick Start Guide with connection to external database server.


2. Login to OptimiDoc Administration and open Settings and enter Public IP address.

3. Restart OptimiDoc website.


4. Restart OptimiDoc Service


5. Repeat the steps for all servers.