Upgrading from QuickBooks 2000

PoodleFarmer · ‎December 17, 2019

Hi,

I just installed QuickBooks 2000 for it's third time from the CD.. Now it is on a new stable Windows 10 tower rather than the XP that was getting a little funky. Fortunately I wrote the Registration Number on the inside of the manual cover because it needs IE4 to register online and that isn't happening. Click on Register by Phone and it pulls up the prompt box to enter the registration number.

Had to boot the old computer into SAFE mode to run a backup to a USB stick, the last one saved to the network drive was a few months ago and I tend to forget backups. Restored that, so all is good. Just in time for year end.

Was thinking though with the new to me computer, just wondering if there are reasons to upgrade my almost 20 year old version to something new. I already figured out how to change my company from GST+PST to HST, ("moved" the company to NB and then "moved" it back to ON and adjusted the rate). I don't write cheques with the software , and I don't use my phone to do my banking.

If there are good reasons for this old dog to learn new tricks is there an upgrade program for existing registered users or do I have to buy new software outright. Mine's a micro-business run from home and I tend to look at cost/benefit ratios pretty closely. What I have works for me (owner/book keeper/engineering manager/IT guru/groundskeeper/lead fabricator/chief cook & bottle washer). Pretty durable for 20 year old coding, someone deserves a thumbs up emoji but I don't see where I can add one to the post.

PoodleFarmer · ‎December 19, 2019

Thanks for all the info. I did have a good hard look at the info and decided to stay with what I have.

Registration of the new install was no problem, done already. I have the original Reg No. written on the inside cover of the inch-thick printed manual that came in the box with the CD. I still have all the original packaging and documentation. Ultimate backup when you have it physically present. Already found the back door, and it wasn't locked.

Online is where the rest of the world is going, "cloud" data but the unfortunate truth in Canada is that if you don't live in a "city" your options for accessing the "cloud" are severely limited. Out here in the country I have to use mobile data from my phone, USB tethered to my computer(s) or router to share data with my computers. Yes, mobile data. No, there is no Internet if my phone isn't connected to my computer somehow. Yes, I am pretty good at it and have all my Mac and PC and Android stuff married into some weird network that allows them all to work together. I just don't need to use the power of the "cloud" to do monthly books, HST and a report for my accountant at year end to do my taxes. Call me practical.

I also looked at how long support lasts for a new registered product. Support for the 2017 QB version disappears at the end of 1Q 2020. And for the first 60 day "one call only" free support for a new registration .." Intuit reserves the right to limit the telephone call to one hour and one question or issue." And if I had 2 questions?

Thanks for links to the resources, it is appreciated . I thought I should at check it out, since it has been so long. It's like cooked carrots - I eat them once a year just to be sure - and yes, they still taste yucky. I will just keep using my registered, legal and supported (by the print documentation that came in the box) QB2000 ... maybe until cooked carrots begin to taste good.

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Fiat Lux - ASIA · ‎December 18, 2019

For Desktop user in Canada, I would recommend to migrate to QBO CA version

https://quickbooks.grsm.io/Canada

than upgrade to recent Desktop version

https://quickbooks.intuit.com/ca/desktop/pro/

But in term of total cost, consider to migrate to Desktop US version for the one time license

https://quickbooks.intuit.com/desktop/pro/

As additional cost, you will purchase a 3rd party conversion service

Just my 2 cents.

LauraAB · ‎December 18, 2019

Hi there PoodleFarmer,

I'm thrilled to hear that your QuickBooks 2000 is still working for you! You've been a part of the QuickBooks family for a long time and I love that you're sticking with us. I'm happy to go over the options for you so you can make sure you're finding the best fit for you and your business.

When it comes to installing QuickBooks Desktop on a new computer, it means you'll have to register the product again, as you've encountered. For older versions of the program, the register online option won't work. There is a backdoor way that will work which we may be able to use in this case. It would involve us collecting your license number, so I'd like you to get in touch with support to ensure that information is kept private since community is a public forum. I'll leave the contact details below.

If you would like to consider upgrading your Desktop version or even switching to QuickBooks Online as Fiat Lux suggests, you'll likely need to go through our Data Services department. Because you have the 2000 version, there isn't a way to directly upgrade or convert the file yourself because the program needs to "step up" or upgrade through the yearly versions in order to be able to do so.

With what you're describing in terms of the features you're looking for, QuickBooks Online may indeed be a good fit. I know you need to factor budget in as well, so what I'm going to do is leave you a link that outlines each of our QuickBooks products. The only thing to keep in mind while reviewing these is that QuickBooks Self-Employed is a standalone product that cannot be converted from or to another version of the program. So if you were interested in that version, it would mean starting fresh.

Here is that link as well as a few others to help you in the decision process.

All QuickBooks Products
Import from QuickBooks Desktop and other software to QuickBooks Online (Data Services)
What to expect when you switch from QuickBooks Desktop to QuickBooks Online
Intuit QuickBooks Desktop software support policies (QuickBooks Desktop contact details.)

That should get you on your way, but don't be afraid to ask more questions. I'm here to help!

PoodleFarmer · ‎December 19, 2019

Thanks for all the info. I did have a good hard look at the info and decided to stay with what I have.

Registration of the new install was no problem, done already. I have the original Reg No. written on the inside cover of the inch-thick printed manual that came in the box with the CD. I still have all the original packaging and documentation. Ultimate backup when you have it physically present. Already found the back door, and it wasn't locked.

Online is where the rest of the world is going, "cloud" data but the unfortunate truth in Canada is that if you don't live in a "city" your options for accessing the "cloud" are severely limited. Out here in the country I have to use mobile data from my phone, USB tethered to my computer(s) or router to share data with my computers. Yes, mobile data. No, there is no Internet if my phone isn't connected to my computer somehow. Yes, I am pretty good at it and have all my Mac and PC and Android stuff married into some weird network that allows them all to work together. I just don't need to use the power of the "cloud" to do monthly books, HST and a report for my accountant at year end to do my taxes. Call me practical.

I also looked at how long support lasts for a new registered product. Support for the 2017 QB version disappears at the end of 1Q 2020. And for the first 60 day "one call only" free support for a new registration .." Intuit reserves the right to limit the telephone call to one hour and one question or issue." And if I had 2 questions?

Thanks for links to the resources, it is appreciated . I thought I should at check it out, since it has been so long. It's like cooked carrots - I eat them once a year just to be sure - and yes, they still taste yucky. I will just keep using my registered, legal and supported (by the print documentation that came in the box) QB2000 ... maybe until cooked carrots begin to taste good.

jn1125 · ‎September 20, 2020

I have Quickbooks Enterprise Solutions: Contractor 12.0 what are my options to upgrade and be able to restore a local backup?

Fiat Lux - ASIA · ‎September 20, 2020

@jn1125

You may have 2 option:

1. Upgrade to QBES 2021 and pay the subscription annually.

2. Cross-grade to QBD Premier 2021. You have to purchase a 3rd party downgrade service

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