See eConnector.

In some cases, the eConnector and eService Listener ports must be allowed through Windows Firewall. When utilizing the eService Listener, these ports are automatically opened.

1. Open Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security.


2. On the left, select Inbound Rules.

3. On the right, click New Rule.


4. Select the desired rule type, then click Next.
   • If allowing the eConnector, select Program.
   • If allowing the eServices Listener ports, select Port.
   
5. Determine where the rule applies, then click Next.
   • If allowing the eConnector, select This program path:. Click Browse to search for the eConnector location.
     The default location for the eConnector file is C:\Program Files (x86)\Open Dental\OpenDentalEConnector\OpenDentalEConnector.exe..
   
   • If allowing the eServices Listener ports, select Specific local ports:. Enter the ports listed on Ports and IP Addresses for eServices.
   
6. Select Allow the connection, then click Next.

7. Select the profiles. Consult an IT professional for appropriate profile selections.

8. Enter a Name and a Description, then click Finish.
   • If allowing the eConnector, enter Open Dental eConnector.
   • If allowing eServices Listener ports, enter eServices Listener.

10. Click Finish.