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How To Install Multiple QuickBooks Desktop Versions On One Computer?

Are you looking for the process to install multiple versions and editions of QuickBooks desktop on one system? If yes, then your hunt ends over here. If you use QuickBooks for a while or you are an accountant with lots of QuickBooks clients, use newer and older versions of QuickBooks desktop, then one can have multiple versions and editions on the same system. In case you need to reinstall or move QuickBooks desktop to another system, then this can be done using the migrator tool. If you are int

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How To Install Multiple QuickBooks Desktop Versions On One Computer?

Are you looking for the process to install multiple versions and editions of QuickBooks desktop on one system? If yes, then your hunt ends over here. If you use QuickBooks for a while or you are an accountant with lots of QuickBooks clients, use newer and older versions of QuickBooks desktop, then one can have multiple versions and editions on the same system. In case you need to reinstall or move QuickBooks desktop to another system, then this can be done using the migrator tool. If you are int

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How to Install Multiple QuickBooks


Desktop Versions on One Computer?
by Admin | Last updated On : Dec 5, 2024 | QuickBooks

Table of Contents

Acquire the methods to install multiple QuickBooks desktop


versions and editions on one PC:

Are you planning for Installing multiple versions and editions of


QuickBooks desktop on one computer? If yes, then don’t worry as
this process doesn’t involve any technical complexity and can be
easily performed by adhering to this article. In case you’ve been
using QuickBooks for a while, or you are an accountant who
handles multiple clients, then you might use a newer or older
version of QuickBooks desktop. You have the leverage of installing
multiple editions and versions of QuickBooks Desktop on the
same system. All it takes is a few specific steps to install each of
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the editions one at a time.

In case you are willing to move or reinstall QuickBooks to a


different system, we will demonstrate to you how to use the
migrator tool. Just read this entire blog to find out further details
related to the same. You can simplify the process by connecting
with our accounting professionals at 1-800-761-1787 and letting
them do the rest. Our experts will make the entire process a mere
cakewalk.

You may also read: Fixing QuickBooks error code 6150, 1006
while opening company file

Some Noteworthy Terminologies

Basically, a version is the numeric notation of the product’s


Version: release. (For Example: QuickBooks desktop 2018 and
QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise 18.0)

A region refers to a specific location, such United States,


Region:
Canada, and the United Kingdom

The term edition refers to the set of features included in a


Edition: product. Examples of this include: Pro, Premier, and
Enterprise

Flavor infers an industry-specific set of sub-features of a


Flavor:
product. (For Example: Contractor, Non-Profit, and retail.)

Important points to consider:

There are a few imperative points that you should consider before
proceeding with the process to install multiple QuickBooks
Desktop versions :

Users can work in multiple versions of QuickBooks desktop at

the same time. In case they are working in Premier 2019,


QuickBooks users can also open Premier 2018. It should be noted

the same version of Premier and Enterprise can be used if you

use the accountant edition.

Also, the same version of the QuickBooks Desktop Pro or

Premier and Enterprise can be installed.

Another important point to remember is that users can only

install a single industry-specific edition of QuickBooks desktop

for each version. This indicates that you can have either the

QuickBooks desktop premier 2018 retail or premier 2018

contractor, but not both of them.

It should be noted that QuickBooks desktop accountant is an


industry-specific edition. If you are an accountant, ensure that you
use the accountant edition of QuickBooks desktop to switch to any
other industry-specific editions.

QuickBooks users can’t mix and match different regional

versions and editions of QuickBooks desktop. In case they need

multiple regions on the same system, it is recommended to use

a virtual machine or a web hosting service to create an

environment for each region.

Also, users can’t easily share their data or company files between

QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise and Pro or Premier. They can

also not share the data between different versions of

QuickBooks.

It is important to note that if you open a company file in a newer


version or higher edition of QuickBooks, then it automatically
upgrades the company file to the most recent version or highest
edition. Once you go for upgrades, you will no longer be able to
access the company file in the original version or edition.

Having visited the pertinent points for your consideration, let us


now head towards the easy steps to install multiple QuickBooks
Desktop versions. The subsequent section requires your utmost
attention and careful implementation.
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15223?

Easy Steps to Install Multiple QuickBooks


Desktop Versions on One System
The user can use the specific and easy-to-follow steps to install
multiple QuickBooks desktop versions and edition on a single
computer. The steps include the following:

1. Initially, you are required to download the version or edition. Having

downloaded the version from the aforementioned link, you need to

save the file at a convenient location like the Windows Desktop.

2. Furthermore, open the downloaded QuickBooks.exe file by double-

clicking on it. This shall initiate the installation process.

3. During the installation process, you are required to follow the on-

screen instructions. Herein, in the installation type, you need to opt for

Custom and network options. It is recommended that you avoid

selecting the Express option.


4. Now choose the Custom or network option. In case you plan to

operate QuickBooks only on the system, without sharing the files over

the network, you are recommended to opt for I’ll be using

QuickBooks desktop on this system. However, if you are setting up a

multi-user network, and then choose either I’ll be using…..And or I

will NOT be using depending on the setup.

5. Once you install multiple versions or editions, QuickBooks asks if

you want to replace what’s currently on the system. It is

recommended to avoid replacing anything unless you want to replace

something. In order to avoid overwriting the data, you need to create

Unique install folders for each version and edition. When you get to

the upgrade or change the installation location window, then you are

recommended to opt to Change the Install location.

6. Now, you are recommended to choose to Browse. And hit a right-

click on the Window and create a New folder. Also, avoid opting for

the Existing QuickBooks folder or any folders that have QuickBooks

info.

Note: It is recommended to put the version and edition in the


folder name.
7. You should then follow the rest of the onscreen instructions to

finish the installation process.

You need to repeat the steps for each version and edition of
QuickBooks to be installed. Also, ensure to install them in their own
unique folder.

Update QuickBooks Desktop to the Latest


Version

Once you install the QuickBooks desktop, it is advisable to run an


update to get the latest release. The process is quite easy to
implement and goes in the following order:

Initially, access your QuickBooks software. Herein, you need to

move to the Help menu.

Within the help menu, choose Update QuickBooks desktop and

also follow the on-screen instructions.

You can also Schedule automatic updates, so you do not have to

do that manually.

It should be noted that in case you have multiple editions for the
same version, then QuickBooks desktop might not run updates
automatically. In order to get the most recent updates, updating
each version manually is highly recommended. Also, you can
download updates for specific editions.

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Enterprise

Final Words!

The process of installing multiple QuickBooks Desktop on one


computer doesn’t involve any rocket-science, and our certified
experts expect that after going through the above-enumerated
guidelines, you might have been successfully able to carry out the
task. However, In case of any difficulty or if any of your questions or
suggestions remained unanswered, you can simply contact our
QuickBooks enterprise technical support team by means of our
dedicated support line i.e. 1-800-761-1787. Our U.S based team of
accounting professionals will guide you accomplish the task
without any hassle.

FAQ’s related how to install multiple


QuickBooks desktop versions
Can I run multiple versions of QuickBooks Desktop simultaneously?
No! You cannot run multiple versions of QuickBooks Desktop
simultaneously on the same computer. Each version needs to be
opened and used separately.

Can I use the same license or product key for multiple QuickBooks Desktop
versions?
No! Each version of QuickBooks Desktop requires a separate license
or product key. You will need to acquire a valid license for each
version you want to install.

Can I access company files across different versions of QuickBooks Desktop?


Yes! You can access the QuickBooks desktop company files across
different versions. However, you need to know that once a company
file is opened & converted to a newer version, it may not be
compatible with older QB versions.

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