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SERVER_RESTRICTED

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Parameter: SERVER_RESTRICTED
Short description: Switches the server into restricted operation mode (e.g. only admins may connect); the console command set restricted sets this value.

Profile

Parameter
SERVER_RESTRICTED
Category
General
Component
Server
Available since
R6
Supported versions
9.0.1, 10.0, 11.0, 12.0, 14.0, 14.5
GUI equivalent
Server console (set restricted)
Possible values
0 = normal operation, 1 = restricted until next restart, 2 = permanently restricted

Description

SERVER_RESTRICTED puts a Domino server into Restricted Mode: only users with the Full Admin / Server Console Admin role may connect, regular users are rejected. Very useful for maintenance windows, updates, or during diagnostic sessions.
The value is typically not maintained directly in notes.ini, but set via the console command set restricted 1|2; the server console then saves the choice to notes.ini.

Example configuration

SERVER_RESTRICTED=1

Notes & pitfalls

  • 1 = only until the next restart, 2 = remains active even after restart.
  • Clear with set restricted 0.
  • Does not hide from running sessions – existing connections are not forcibly disconnected.
  • Pairs with Allow_Access / Deny_Access for finer control.
  • Recommendation: never leave 2 active by accident – verify before returning to production.