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rick170
January 26, 2019
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how to install quick books on a second computer

  • January 26, 2019
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how to allow quick books use on a second computer

    Best answer by AlcaeusF

    It's nice to see you here in the Community, @rick170.

     

    That's a great question! I can help walk you through installing QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT) on another computer.

     

    To install and use QBDT on your second computer. Here's how:

     

    1. Go to your new PC and install QuickBooks.
    2. Once done, go back to the old one and create a backup copy of your company file.
    3. Copy the backup file to your new one using a flash drive or other external device or through a network, if they're connected.
    4. Then, restore the backup on the new PC.

     

    For your reference, you can also check out this article for more information: Move your company files to another computer.

     

    That should do it! Let me know how it goes by leaving a comment on this thread. I'm only a post away if you have any additional questions about the process. Take care and have a great weekend.

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    ttolmanrph
    July 28, 2023

    I just purchased qb desktop on 5-23-23 and the computer I have it installed on crashed and I had to take to apple store to have it fix but I need qd for business how to I add to another computer

    Fiat Lux - ASIA
    Fiat Lux - ASIA
    Level 14
    July 28, 2023

    @ttolmanrph 

    You purchased QB Desktop 2023 for Mac Plus, correct? Is your second machine also a Mac?

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    9341452234926518
    May 12, 2024

    I couldn’t install quickbook on my desktop I logged in in my mobile phone but I couldn’t install in desktop it’s showing me my mobile name to login

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    ReymondOModerator
    Moderator
    May 12, 2024

    Hi there. I'm here to help you install the product on your computer.

     

    Before we proceed, may I know the exact product you want to install on your computer? If you're using QuickBooks Desktop, ensure that your computer meets the product's system requirements.

    Here is the list of different versions of QBDT and what your computer needs when installing them:

     

     

    If you're trying to download the QuickBooks Online desktop app, make sure you have a Windows 64-bit computer and a QuickBooks Online subscriber or an accountant with a QBO Accountant. For additional reference, please see this resource: How to download and install the QuickBooks Online desktop app.

     

    You can also share the error message you're getting when installing QuickBooks or add more information about your concern. This will help us narrow down the issue and provide you with the appropriate steps to accomplish your task.

     

    In addition, check our Getting Started Guide for QuickBooks Desktop to help you set up your company file once you install the product.

     

    Please let me know if you have additional questions about installing QuickBooks on your computer. I'll be more than happy to help. Have a good one.

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