firewall configuration

required ports & services

Ports used by VIOSO 6

To ensure VIOSO 6 functions properly, it's essential to allow the application to communicate through the Windows Firewall. Here is a list of ports (default settings) that need to be open:

For Remote Control

• TCP Port: 8317

• UDP Port: 817

Find this dialog in menu Options - Settings: Remote Control

For Multiclient Usage

• TCP Ports: 8417 and 8517

Find this dialog in menu Options - Settings: Multi client

Configuring the Windows Firewall:

1. Open Windows Defender Firewall:

• Windows 10: Type "Windows Defender Firewall" in the Start menu search bar and select "Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security."

• Windows 11: Search for "Firewall & network protection" in the Start menu and click on it.

2. Create a New Inbound and Outbound Rule:

• Inbound Rule:

  • In the Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security window, click on "Inbound Rules" on the left-hand side.

  • Click on "New Rule..." on the right-hand side.

  • Select "Program" and click "Next."

  • Browse and select the executable file C:\ProgramFiles\VIOSO6\SPCalibrator64.exe, then click "Next."

  • Choose "Allow the connection" and click "Next."

  • Apply the rule to all network types ( Domain, Private, Public).

  • Enter a name and optional description for the rule, then click "Finish."

• Outbound Rule:

  • Follow the same steps as above, but choose "Outbound Rules" instead of "Inbound Rules."