Connection Preferences

The Connection tab is part of the Preferences window. It allows you to set up RevMan to connect to the Archie server. See Using Archie to manage reviews.

You also can use the Server Connection Wizard to guide you through the steps of setting up a connection. To start the wizard, click the Wizard button.

Server

There are three servers RevMan can connect to:

User name

Your Archie user name.

Password

Your Archie password.

Save User name and password when RevMan is closed

Select this to have RevMan remember your user name and password between sessions.

Warning: only use this option if you are the only person using the computer, or if you log on to the computer using a personal user account.

Use secure connection (SSL)

When enabled, all traffic between RevMan and Archie is encrypted. This is the default and highly recommended, as it make it harder to intercept data, such as your password, on an unsecured Wi-Fi network. 

Testing the connection  

You can test the connection with the Test button. This will connect to the chosen server and check if you user name and password is recognised.

Proxy servers

Some networks use a proxy server. Depending on how the network is set up, it may be necessary to enter the proxy server details in RevMan. If you are unable to connect without specifying a proxy server, ask your network administrator for the proxy server information.    

If you are using a proxy, remember to include the port, e.g. "8080".

See also the technical guide for installation and connection settings available from the RevMan website at tech.cochrane.org/revman.