Q: What is the difference between LionClock and LionClock Pro?
A: The regular version of LionClock allows your employees to clock IN and OUT from one computer. You will use this same computer to generate payroll reports.
LionClock Pro for Networks is designed for those who want their employees to clock from different locations. LionClock Pro has two parts: LionClock Server and LionClock Client. The Server part should be installed on the computer you plan to use to manage your employees and generate payroll reports. The Clients are installed in each location you want your employees to clock IN and OUT.
Q: What type of network do I need to run LionClock Pro? A:LionClock Pro runs on standard local networks based on the TCP/IP protocol. If you are not sure what type of network you have, we invite you to download the Demo version to make sure it works properly.
Q: What is the difference between the Demo version of LionClock Pro and the Full version?
A: The Demo version of LionClock Pro allows you to have up to 3 employees and the Full version up to 200 employees. In addition, the Demo supports up to 2 workstations only. The Demo version gives you a chance to try all the features that are present in the Full version: nothing is removed or disabled.
Q: LionClock Pro for Networks is available in different configurations. Which one should I buy?
A: All versions of LionClock Pro for Networks can manage up to 200 employees. Your choice will depend on the number of workstations (computers) you would like your employees to clock from.
Problem: You have 40 employees and would like them to clock IN and OUT from two computers Solution: Buy LionClock Pro that supports up to 5 workstations
Problem: You have 12 employees and would like them to clock IN and OUT from their own computer Solution: Buy LionClock Pro that supports up to 15 workstations
Q: I found that my employees change the system time before they clock IN and OUT on LionClock Client. How can I prevent this from happening?
A: In LionClock Pro, the time entries are stored on the Server and are recorded according to the Server's system time. That is why, you don't have to worry about your employees changing the system time of the Client computer. The employees can do whatever they please with the Client's system time and it still won't change anything except the time displayed on the Client's screen.
Q: How can I setup LionClock Server to work with all my LionClock Clients?
A: It is quite simple. Just go to Manage - Options in each LionClock Client and enter the IP address of your server. For more instructions, click on the Help button found in Manage - Options.
Q: Can I use LionClock Pro on a network with mixed versions of Windows?
A: Yes, you can mix different Windows versions together. That includes Windows 95, 98, Me, NT, 2000, XP, Vista, 2003, 2008 and Win 7, both 32-bit and 64-bit editions.
Q: Can LionClock Server be displayed as an icon in the system tray?
A: Yes, LionClock Server can be sent to system tray using the File - Minimize To Tray menu.
Q: Can LionClock Server run as a background NT service on Windows NT/2000/XP/2003/Vista/Win 7?
A: Yes, LionClock Server can be configured to run as a native Windows service application that works in the background. Click here for detailed instructions.
Q: I use firewall software or have firewall capabilities build into my router. I need to know what ports LionClock Pro uses so I could open (allow) them?
A: In order for LionClock Pro to function properly, you need to make sure TCP traffic on port 65439 and 65440 is not being blocked.