FileMaker Pro 9.0.x & 10.0.x (Mac OS; Windows)

Important Notes: Many Schools and Centers have standardized on the use of specific database applications (such as Microsoft Access, Oracle, etc.) and may not support FileMaker Pro for their faculty and staff. Information Systems & Computing (ISC) strongly suggests that faculty and staff speak to their local support provider to determine which product(s) are supported before selecting database software.

FileMaker, Inc.'s FileMaker Pro is the database program recommended for ISC's clients, including off-campus students. FileMaker Pro can be used to build flat file and relational databases from raw data for form letters and reports. Features include scripting, interoperability with Microsoft Excel, and word processing with tabs, indents, font control, and embedded data fields in text.

Windows 7 Compatibility

FileMaker Pro 10.0.x is compatible with Windows 7, with some relatively minor issues. Neither FileMaker nor the University have yet done extensive testing with FileMaker Pro 9.0.x. Please see FileMaker's Windows 7 and FileMaker 10.0.x compatibility page for more information.

Mac OS 10.6 Snow Leopard Compatibility

FileMaker Pro versions 10.0.x and 9.0.x have minor issues with Mac OS 10.6 Snow Leopard that may be relevant to some users. See FileMaker's Snow Leopard compatibility pages for FileMaker 10.0.x and FileMaker 9.0.x for more information.

Availability

FileMaker Pro is commercial software that can be purchased from the Computer Connection at an educational discount.

Configuration

Configuration instructions are included with the software.

Support

Primary computing support is usually located in the schools, units, and residences, close to the faculty, staff, and students being served. Contact lists are available for:

• Faculty Support
• Staff Support
• Student Support

To look up your local support provider, select your University affiliation above. You may also call First Call at 215-573-4778 to request a referral if you are not sure who to contact.

Related resources

• The FileMaker Pro 10.0 web site.
• The FileMaker, Inc. home page
• ISC article on FileMaker Pro security issues.