No, all the Nix devices connect to the Basic Nix Print Pro app . The Basic Nix Print Pro will allow you to get CMYK, density and LAB values. The basic Nix Print Pro will provide Delta E comparisons.

Nix Print Pro Basic is ideal for spot color checks, color verification, CMYK builds and more. Nix Print Pro Premium is a full press side software with the ability to create color bars, load substrates, measure density with density correction feedback, dot gain information, job reports, job recall, trending and color library management. Nix Print Pro Basic is free. Nix Print Pro Premium is a subscription.

Recertification is the process of sending your Spectro 2 back to Nix to validate that your device is reaching its full factory performance, and you will receive a new calibration and inspection certificate. Recertification is recommended every 12 months as the industry standard.

For all start-up info, follow this link to our Nix Print Pro Tutorial + Support page.

Proceed to our Nix Print Pro Tutorial + Support page and click the ‘Manage your Nix Print Pro account’ button.

The Nix Print Pro Server provides centralized color standard management and sharing for Nix Print Pro clients across desktop and mobile platforms.

The server runs as a background service and exposes a web-based administration interface for user management, while color library administration is performed through the Nix Print Pro desktop application.

• Runs as a Windows Service by default
• macOS and Linux builds are available on request
• Uses HTTP (port 8080) for internal networks
• Uses HTTPS when hosted externally

Minimum Hardware (Windows)

• 64-bit Windows system
• 4 GB RAM minimum (8 GB recommended)
• Stable network connection
• Static IP address recommended

Network Requirements

• Port 8080 open for inbound web traffic (internal)
• HTTPS (443) required for external access
• Server reachable by all client systems

Installation (Windows)

1. Download the Nix Print Pro Server Windows installer
2. Double-click the installer and follow on-screen instructions
3. Administrative privileges are required
4. The installer registers the server as a Windows Service
5. The service starts automatically after installation

The server installs with a default administrator account.

Username: Admin

Password: Admin

• Credentials are case sensitive
• Change the password immediately after first login

Local access (from the server machine):

http://127.0.0.1:8080

Local network access:

http://<server-ip-address>:8080

Remote internet access:

https://<server-ip-address>

Standard User

• Access shared color standards from Nix Print Pro on macOS, Windows, or supported mobile platforms
• Read-only access to color libraries
• No browser access required after setup

Admin User

Admins perform two distinct functions:

User Administration (Web-Based)

• Performed via standard web browser
• Create, modify, disable users
• Assign roles and reset passwords

Color Library Administration (Desktop Application)

• Requires Nix Print Pro on macOS or Windows
• Create, edit, delete, and publish color standards
• Cannot be performed via browser

When configuring Nix Print Pro clients:

Local Network Access

• Only enter only the server IP address or hostname
• Do not include http://, https://, or port numbers
• Internal servers assume port 8080

Internet Access

• https://<IP-Address> or https:// <domain name>
• Do not include a port number

Application vs Browser Traffic

Some enterprise environments allow browser-based HTTP/HTTPS traffic but block non-browser applications using the same protocol and port.

Common causes:

• Endpoint protection software
• Application-aware firewalls
• Proxy servers with application whitelisting
• Zero-trust or EDR systems

Symptoms

• Admin portal loads in a browser
• Nix Print Pro client cannot connect
• No obvious firewall errors

What IT Should Verify

• Port 8080 (internal) or HTTPS 443 (external) is open
• Traffic is not restricted by application identity
• Nix Print Pro executable is allowed outbound HTTP/HTTPS access
• Proxy rules permit non-browser clients
• SSL/TLS inspection does not interfere with traffic

Recommended IT Description

“The Nix Print Pro Server is a standard HTTP/HTTPS web service accessed by both browsers and desktop applications.”

1. Verify the server service is running
2. Test local access: http://127.0.0.1:8080
3. Test network access: http://<server-ip>:8080
4. Confirm firewall and port rules
5. Validate user credentials (case sensitive)
6. Check endpoint security or proxy restrictions
7. Confirm correct client configuration