Manager Server edition not starting on OS-X Mac mini Server

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Hi,

I have been trying to install the latest version of Manager Sever V25.9.23.2813 on a Mac mini which I have used as a server for many years.

I am currently running Manager Server V25.8.16.2610.

Up to now it was simply a copy an paste of the new version over the old version.

When installing new version local host is changed to “http://localhost:5000”

And the installation seems to stall.

when I revert back to old version everything works fine.

Any help would be appreciated.

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There have been changes to the installation files of Manager recently. The latest version of Manager Server Edition and Desktop Edition as of September 23th, 2025 is 25.9.23.2813. The version you are currently using is at least one month outdated. You can compare it with the version you are using, 25.8.16.2610. This means this is an update released on August 16th, 2025. Perhaps you could check the posts in the following thread:

The modification involves the arguments used when executing ManagerServer as a background service. You must adjust these arguments when running the ManagerServer. Previously, the argument options used were -path to configure the data file directory (.manager data file of our businesses) and -port to configure the port. Now, they have been changed to --path and --urls.

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Hi,

Thank you for that, your solution is for windows, is there a solution for OS-X, Unix/Linux?

Thank you again for your help

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Yes, indeed, my post below Lubos’ post in that thread is specifically for Windows users. However, the arguments used remain consistent. It appears that there is no difference in executing the old and new versions of Manager with the new arguments. The example I provided in that thread is tailored for Windows users. I configured ManagerServer to run as a service, and this method is identical to what I used in the older version, only the arguments have been changed. If you configured the old version yourself, it seems the same method can be applied, just pay attention to the new arguments. You should focus on this part of Lubos’ post:

Syntax:

    ManagerServer  [options]

Options:

    --urls <binding>      Kestrel URL(s). Example: http://localhost:5000
                          Multiple values separated by ';'.
    --path <directory>    Data directory for Manager.

Examples:

    ManagerServer
    ManagerServer --urls http://localhost:80
    ManagerServer --urls http://*:80 --path "/data/Manager.io"
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Hi,

Thank you I tried that and it worked fine, all back up and running.

Lubos you should just up date the Server Download section to read

“and on Linux or macOS, open a terminal, navigate to the folder, and run ./ManagerServer -port 8080”

It would save a little confusion.

Thanks again for all your help

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I am pleased that your issue has finally been resolved. Regarding updates on the Download Server section, it seems Lubos is quite occupied with improving or optimizing the overall Manager system. This includes the file structure for the installation package and many other significant changes. Hopefully, all the well-prepared guide content will be updated soon.