Finding a valid installation code for an older piece of software like can be tricky, especially since the product family has been discontinued .
FileMaker 6 uses the older TCP/IP protocols. If you are trying to share files over a network, ensure your firewall isn't blocking the specific ports used by FileMaker (typically port 5003).
If you have the original boxed version, the unique 17-character (for older versions) or 35-character license key is typically found on a label inside the box .
: Note that the Oracle ODBC driver is not installed on Mac OS X versions. Critical Updates : It is strongly recommended to update to version 6.0v3
The most helpful long-term solution is to migrate to a modern version of the software.