Edit: Apple Configurator 2 must be used when using a local Mac:
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iOS compilation requires an Apple Mac computer. Developers have two options with B4i:
- Use a local Mac machine connected over the local network.
- Use our hosted builder rental service.
These instructions explain how to install the builder on a local Mac machine.
1. Install Java JDK 8: http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/java/javase/downloads/jdk8-downloads-2133151.html
OpenJDK 11+ is also good (link is available here: https://www.b4x.com/android/forum/t...lest-way-to-distribute-ui-apps.99835/#content)
2. Install Xcode 13.2: Xcode 11 will also work, however you need to disable dark mode for now:
2.5. You need to run Xcode at least once. Approve installation of additional components when asked.
3. Download and unzip the B4i-Builder.
4. Open a terminal and navigate to B4i-Builder folder.
5. Run it with: java -jar B4iBuildServer.jar
6. Set the builder IP address in the IDE under Tools - Build Server - Server Settings
Notes & Tips
- By default ports numbers 51041 (http) and 51042 (https) are used.
- The firewall should be either disabled or allow incoming connections on these two ports.
- You can test that the server is running by going to the following link: http://<server ip>:51041/test
- You can kill the server with: http://<server ip>:51041/kill
- It is recommended to set your Mac server ip address to a static address. This can be done in your router settings or in the Mac under Network settings.
- A single Mac builder can serve multiple developers as long as they are all connected to the same local network. Note that you are not allowed to host builders for developers outside of your organization.
Multiple IPs
When the server is started it takes the first IP address reported by the OS and uses it as its own IP address. You can see this address in the server messages.
In most cases this is the correct address. However if it is not the correct IP address then the server will not be usable.
In that case you need to explicitly set the correct address:
- Open the key folder and delete all files.
- Edit key.txt and change it to:
For example:
manual:192.168.0.199
Troubleshooting
BuildServer v1.02 includes a new test page which provides information about the server, including the SSL key ip address and the libraries versions.
You can access this page with: <Mac ip>:51041/test
For example see the page of one of the online builders: http://63.135.170.51:51041/test
The SSL Key IP address must match the address that you are using in the IDE.
If you are running an older version of the build server then you can download v1.02 from the same link as before.
Installing apps with Apple Configurator 2
Starting from B4i v7.20 it is possible to install apps, when the iOS device is physically connected to a local Mac, using Apple Configurator 2. It is supported by all iOS versions and is a must with iOS 14.5+ when using the local builder. Benefits: - No need to approve installation. - Simpler...
www.b4x.com
iOS compilation requires an Apple Mac computer. Developers have two options with B4i:
- Use a local Mac machine connected over the local network.
- Use our hosted builder rental service.
These instructions explain how to install the builder on a local Mac machine.
1. Install Java JDK 8: http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/java/javase/downloads/jdk8-downloads-2133151.html
OpenJDK 11+ is also good (link is available here: https://www.b4x.com/android/forum/t...lest-way-to-distribute-ui-apps.99835/#content)
2. Install Xcode 13.2: Xcode 11 will also work, however you need to disable dark mode for now:
B4X:
#PlistExtra: <key>UIUserInterfaceStyle</key><string>Light</string>2.5. You need to run Xcode at least once. Approve installation of additional components when asked.
3. Download and unzip the B4i-Builder.
4. Open a terminal and navigate to B4i-Builder folder.
5. Run it with: java -jar B4iBuildServer.jar
6. Set the builder IP address in the IDE under Tools - Build Server - Server Settings
Notes & Tips
- By default ports numbers 51041 (http) and 51042 (https) are used.
- The firewall should be either disabled or allow incoming connections on these two ports.
- You can test that the server is running by going to the following link: http://<server ip>:51041/test
- You can kill the server with: http://<server ip>:51041/kill
- It is recommended to set your Mac server ip address to a static address. This can be done in your router settings or in the Mac under Network settings.
- A single Mac builder can serve multiple developers as long as they are all connected to the same local network. Note that you are not allowed to host builders for developers outside of your organization.
Multiple IPs
When the server is started it takes the first IP address reported by the OS and uses it as its own IP address. You can see this address in the server messages.
In most cases this is the correct address. However if it is not the correct IP address then the server will not be usable.
In that case you need to explicitly set the correct address:
- Open the key folder and delete all files.
- Edit key.txt and change it to:
B4X:
manual:<correct ip address>manual:192.168.0.199
Troubleshooting
BuildServer v1.02 includes a new test page which provides information about the server, including the SSL key ip address and the libraries versions.
You can access this page with: <Mac ip>:51041/test
For example see the page of one of the online builders: http://63.135.170.51:51041/test
The SSL Key IP address must match the address that you are using in the IDE.
If you are running an older version of the build server then you can download v1.02 from the same link as before.
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