How to Transfer QuickBooks to a New Computer

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If you’re using QuickBooks Online, you can already access QuickBooks from any device by simply signing in. If you’re using QuickBooks Desktop, you’ll have to manually move or reinstall QuickBooks for use on another computer. Alternatively you can avail of our Quickbooks consulting service.

indinero can help you handle your QuickBooks implementation. You can also follow these steps to move or reinstall QuickBooks:

  1. Make sure that you have your product and license information on hand.
  2. Uninstall QuickBooks from the computer you’re using if you’re reinstalling.
  3. Download the installation files or insert your CD into the computer you want to install QuickBooks Desktop for.
  4. Open QuickBooks.exe from the file or CD.
  5. Follow the onscreen instructions to install the software and accept the software license agreement.
  6. Enter your product and license numbers.
  7. Select Express for express installation or Custom and Network Options to change settings and install location.
  8. Once installation is complete, click Open QuickBooks
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Summary

This article explains how to transfer QuickBooks Desktop to a new computer, noting that QuickBooks Online users can access their data by simply signing in. For Desktop users, the process involves uninstalling from the old computer (if reinstalling), gathering product and license information, downloading installation files or using a CD, and following the on-screen instructions for installation, with options for Express or Custom setup.

Key Facts

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I access QuickBooks Online on a new computer?

If you’re using QuickBooks Online, you can already access QuickBooks from any device by simply signing in.

What do I need to transfer QuickBooks Desktop to a new computer?

Make sure that you have your product and license information on hand.

What are the steps to install QuickBooks Desktop on a new computer?

Download the installation files or insert your CD into the computer you want to install QuickBooks Desktop for. Open QuickBooks.exe from the file or CD. Follow the onscreen instructions to install the software and accept the software license agreement. Enter your product and license numbers. Select Express for express installation or Custom and Network Options to change settings and install location.

Should I uninstall QuickBooks from the old computer before reinstalling?

Uninstall QuickBooks from the computer you’re using if you’re reinstalling.

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