MongoDB: Robo 3T configuration

Learn how to configure Robo 3T for your MongoDB instance.

If you are looking to connect Robo 3T (previously known as Robomongo) to your MongoDB instance, you are in the right place. This step-by-step guide will walk you through the configuration process, making it easy to set up and manage your connections.

If you would like to learn more about Robo 3T, feel free to visit the official website.

Please note that Robo 3T has been deprecated. You might want to explore more modern tools like Studio 3T or MongoDB Compass as alternatives.

Configuring Robo 3T

Step 1: Start the configuration

First, open Robo 3T and go to the "MongoDB Connections" section. If you are setting up a new connection, you can click on "Create" to get started.

A dialog box titled "Connection Settings" will appear. Here is how you can fill in the details for each tab.

Connection tab

In the "Connection" tab, you will want to complete these fields:

Name: Choose a unique and clear name for your connection. This helps you identify it later.
Address: Enter the domain name of your MongoDB instance (for example, <XXXXXX>.stackhero-network.com) or use your custom domain if you have one.

Connection Tab Configuration

Authentication tab

Next, move to the "Authentication" tab and fill in the following:

Perform Authentication: Make sure this option is checked.
Default Database: Enter admin here.
Username: Enter admin.
Password: Use the password you received from your Stackhero dashboard.

Authentication Tab Configuration

SSL tab

Finally, open the "SSL" tab and update these settings:

Use SSL Protocol: Check this box to enable SSL.
SSL Type: Select "Self-signed certificate" since the Certificate Authority (CA) for this connection is not publicly recognized.

SSL Tab Configuration

Once you have completed these steps, you should be able to connect to your MongoDB instance through Robo 3T with ease.

Troubleshooting common issues

Error: "Network error while attempting to run command 'saslStart' on host XXXXX"

If you encounter this error, it is often due to a compatibility issue between your MongoDB server version and the version of Robo 3T you have installed. To resolve this, you can:

Download and install the latest version of Robo 3T from the official website.

We hope this guide makes your setup process smoother. If you have any questions or need a hand with troubleshooting, please reach out to our support team. We are here to help!