Overview:
For PostgreSQL password issues, see below:
Solution: ("postgrespass" or "dbpass" are the common Passwords people forget)
Note: If migrating to Holdem Manager from a competitors product, the postgres password is more than likely "dbpass." If running the Holdem Manager installation, re-run the installation and use "dbpass" without quotes for the postgres password.
Note: If there are problems inside of Holdem Manager, please see the solution below.
Use any user/pass for PostgreSQL
If unable to retrieve the username and password. edit the pg_hba.conf file. Then any username and password will work.
To edit the pg_hba.conf file, do the following:
- Go to C:\Program Files\PostgreSQL\8.4.7-1\data, move the pg_hba file to the Desktop.
- Open it with notepad.
- Scroll to the bottom and change all md5 references to trust.
- Save and close the file.
- Move the file back to the data folder.
- Restart the PostgreSQL service: Control Panel → Administrative Tools → Services
Holdem Manger and PostgreSQL will accept any password now.
Can not Connect to PostgreSQL?
See the general PostgreSQL Connection FAQ


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