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Spencernz
Level 1

downloading inactive quickbooks desktop enterpise 18 to new computer

Hi everyone,

Our company has an inactive quickbooks license, but the owner is still using it on his computer no problem. He wants me to take over, but I have so far been unable to get it downloaded on my computer. Is there anyway to download quickbooks on my computer with an inactive license? We dont really want to buy a new license because we plan on transferring to quickbooks online starting next year. 

Thanks

Spencer

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Best answer September 23, 2020

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KlentB
Moderator

downloading inactive quickbooks desktop enterpise 18 to new computer

Hi Spencer, 

 

I can help you with downloading it.

 

You can get a fresh copy of QuickBooks Desktop from this link: https://downloads.quickbooks.com/app/qbdt/products. Once you're in,  just skip the question by clicking the standard setup link. Then, select the appropriate region and version of QuickBooks you want to download from the drop-down menu. 

 

Once downloaded, it's time to install QuickBooks Desktop to your computer. Here's how:

 

  1. Open the file you downloaded (QuickBooks.exe).
  2. Follow the onscreen instructions.
  3. Accept the software license agreement, then select Next.
  4. Enter the product and license numbers. You may ask the owner about this information.
  5. Click Next, then choose Express.
  6. Hit Next., then click Install.
  7. Select Open QuickBooks to get started.
  8. Activate QuickBooks Desktop.

Additionally, please make sure that your computer meets the system requirements so you'll get the best experience. You can also check our QuickBooks Desktop User Manual to be guided in setting up your company.

 

Since you've mentioned that you'll be migrating to QuickBooks Online, I encourage reading these articles to learn more about the process and its limitations:

 

Feel free to tag me in your comments below if you have additional questions. Stay safe and have a pleasant day ahead.

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KlentB
Moderator

downloading inactive quickbooks desktop enterpise 18 to new computer

Hi Spencer, 

 

I can help you with downloading it.

 

You can get a fresh copy of QuickBooks Desktop from this link: https://downloads.quickbooks.com/app/qbdt/products. Once you're in,  just skip the question by clicking the standard setup link. Then, select the appropriate region and version of QuickBooks you want to download from the drop-down menu. 

 

Once downloaded, it's time to install QuickBooks Desktop to your computer. Here's how:

 

  1. Open the file you downloaded (QuickBooks.exe).
  2. Follow the onscreen instructions.
  3. Accept the software license agreement, then select Next.
  4. Enter the product and license numbers. You may ask the owner about this information.
  5. Click Next, then choose Express.
  6. Hit Next., then click Install.
  7. Select Open QuickBooks to get started.
  8. Activate QuickBooks Desktop.

Additionally, please make sure that your computer meets the system requirements so you'll get the best experience. You can also check our QuickBooks Desktop User Manual to be guided in setting up your company.

 

Since you've mentioned that you'll be migrating to QuickBooks Online, I encourage reading these articles to learn more about the process and its limitations:

 

Feel free to tag me in your comments below if you have additional questions. Stay safe and have a pleasant day ahead.

Fiat Lux - ASIA
Level 15

downloading inactive quickbooks desktop enterpise 18 to new computer

@Spencernz 


@Spencernz wrote:

Is there anyway to download quickbooks on my computer with an inactive license? We dont really want to buy a new license because we plan on transferring to quickbooks online starting next year. 

How did you know your license has the "inactive" status? If you are using QBD 2018 Enterprise, you might pay the subscription annually until now. To make sure, login to your CAMPS.
https://camps.intuit.com/app/selfservice/index.html

 

 

 

Spencernz
Level 1

downloading inactive quickbooks desktop enterpise 18 to new computer

That worked!

Thank you for helping me do something two over-the-phone tech support couldnt. I appreciate it!

Spencer

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