Problem remotely accessing file via FMP8

Hiya,

I've developed an intricate solution in FM7 that has been successfully running off FMS7 for quite some time without a problem.

The file is 100% operational via FMP8 and FMP8A when being openned locally. However, when attempting to access most parts of the file remotely with any version of FM8 as the client, FM8 hangs and the server stops responding. Under windows, the FM8 client just hangs. Under OS X, it crashes with the error message:

"Communication with the host was interrupted and could not be re-established. All affected windows will be closed."

The problem occurs when hosted from FMS7, FMS7A, FMP8 or FMP8A, and occurs on Windows as well as OS X. It appears to be entirely systemic to the networking capability of the FM8 clients.

It is interesting to note that the file will not crash when viewing simple static layouts. The problem only seems to occur on complex layouts involving portals and relationships.

The file is absolutely free of corruption, has never been crashed, and works flawlessly on 7. Our simpler solutions work on FM8 with no problem, so I am confident that it is not an issue with our machines or specific installations of FM8.

The file in question consists of 65 tables, 250 relationships, and in excess of 100 layouts.

My initial reaction is that there is a problem handling the relationships remotely, but due to the complexity involved in disassembling the solution, I would appreciate a heads up if anyone has experienced a similar problem, or is aware of any quirks in FM8 that may give me a clue as to what's going on here.

Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Brian

Edited September 8, 200520 yr by Guest