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System requirements for QuickBooks Desktop 2024

by Intuit•45• Updated 5 days ago

QuickBooks Desktop2024 requires a 64-bit Windows operating system and specific hardware specifications to run efficiently. To ensure the best performance and data security, use a supported version of Windows, such as Windows 11 or Windows Server 2022, installed natively on your computer.



Operating system requirements

QuickBooks Desktop 2024 requires a 64-bit Windows operating system—32-bit is not supported. Click here to determine if your operating system is 64-bit.

QuickBooks Desktop 2024 is compatible with the following operating systems.

Supported Windows versions

  • Windows 11, 64-bit, natively installed
  • Windows Server 2022, Standard and Essentials
  • Windows Server 2019, Standard and Essentials
  • Windows Server 2016, Standard and Essentials

Note: QuickBooks requires you to use Windows natively. Linux, Windows 10 S Mode, emulators, and virtual environments are not supported.

Windows 10 support

Microsoft will stop providing security updates and support for Windows 10 after October 14, 2025. While you can currently install QuickBooks 2024 on Windows 10, we highly recommend upgrading to a supported Windows version to keep your data secure.

Database servers

For database servers, you must use a natively installed version of Windows:

  • Windows Server 2022, Standard and Essentials
  • Windows Server 2019, Standard and Essentials
  • Windows Server 2016, Standard and Essentials

Hardware requirements

Processor2.4 GHz minimum
Note: QuickBooks requires a computer with an x86 processor (Intel or AMD). It does not work with ARM processors often found in tablets or thin clients. We do not support virtualization or emulation on ARM processors.
RAM (workstation)8 GB minimum, 16 GB recommended
RAM (server)• 1–5 Users: 8GB
• 10 Users: 12GB
• 15 Users: 16GB
• 20+ users: 20+GB
Disk Space• QuickBooks Desktop: 2.5GB of disk space (additional required for data files).
• Additional software: Microsoft .NET 4.8 Runtime (60MB, included with installation files).
• Intuit Data Protect: Requires minimum 4.0GB RAM and twice the size of the largest file set to backup plus 100MB (or twice the size to restore). This space is only required from the work folder
LocalApplicationData+"Intuit\Intuit Data Protect".
Note: Store your QuickBooks data file on a solid-state drive (SSD)  for the best performance.
Windows• North American version of Windows.
• Regional settings are supported when set to English.
• Administrator rights are required for the server computer when hosting multi-user access.
• Natively installed and doesn't need to run in a virtual environment or emulation software.
Optical driveA 4X DVD-ROM drive is required for physical CD installations.
Screen resolution• Display optimized for 1280 x 1024 resolution or higher
• Supports up to 2 extended monitors.
• Optimized for Default DPI setting for your computer.


Software requirements

QuickBooks integrates with various apps and software.

Browser

  • Internet access and Google Chrome are required.
  • Payroll and other online features and services require Internet access with at least a 56 Kbps connection speed (1 Mbps recommended).

Software compatibility

QuickBooks integrates with hundreds of other apps. Here’s a list of the most common apps you can use. You can also find more at the Intuit App Store.

Other compatible software

  • QuickBooks Point of Sale V19.0
  • TurboTax: 2023 (Personal and Business)
  • Lacerte: 2023
  • Pro-Series: Tax year 2023
  • Quicken: 2016 through 2023
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader: Version 9.0 or later is required for Business Planner, Payroll, and viewing forms.

Internet security

  • QuickBooks Desktop 2024 requires internet security protocol TLS 1.2 for connected services to work smoothly. Click here to learn about TLS 1.2 protocol.


Antivirus and anti-malware compatibility

We have tested QuickBooks Desktop Pro 2024, Premier 2024, and Enterprise 24.0 with the following programs. You may need to adjust settings in these programs for optimal performance.

Antivirus software:

  • McAfee
  • Avast
  • Bitdefender
  • Norton
  • Kaspersky
  • Trend Micro Security
  • Webroot
  • Cylance (Internet/Regression Only)
  • ESET
  • Panda Dome
  • Sophos
  • Avira
  • Symantec
  • F-Secure
  • Microsoft Windows Defender

Anti-malware software:

  • Bitdefender
  • AVG
  • Malwarebytes
  • Spybot
  • Emsisoft
  • McAfee
  • Avast
  • Webroot
  • ZoneAlarm
  • Kaspersky
  • F-Secure

Note: QuickBooks will work with systems running Redundant Array of Inexpensive Disks (RAID) but it’s not recommended because it may cause QuickBooks to operate slowly.



Peripheral hardware devices

Warehouse Manager devices

If you use the Warehouse Manager in QuickBooks Desktop mobile, the following devices are supported:

  • Zebra TC20/TC25/TC51 Mobile Computer: (Recommended, Android 6.0 & above)
  • Zebra MC40 Mobile Computer: (Android 6.0 and above)

Scanners (Enterprise 24.0)

QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise 24.0 also supports these scanners:

  • Honeywell Voyager 1602g Pocket Barcode Scanner
  • Socket Mobile CHS 7CI
  • Symbol CS3070




What if my system doesn't meet the minimum requirements?

If you find your systems don't meet some or all of the minimum requirements to run QuickBooks Desktop, you may be able to upgrade your system.

If upgrading your system isn't an option for you, consider moving to QuickBooks Online.

Check out Move to QuickBooks Online to learn more.