Move QuickBooks desktop Pro 2014 to a new computer running win 10

I'd love to help you with that, Dav01. 

Moving your QuickBooks Desktop to another computer can be a bit tricky, but if you follow these guidelines carefully, you should be able to do it without any issues.  

Let's make sure you have a backup of all your QuickBooks data. This is essential to ensure you don't lose any important information during the transfer process. Once you have your backup, you can proceed with installing QuickBooks on your new computer. From there, you'll need to restore your data from the backup you created earlier. 

Once you finish backing up your files, you'll be able to utilize the Migrator Tool to transfer your QuickBooks Desktop files to another computer. To access this tool, you'll need to have Company Admin. This tool is designed for those running a single-user edition of QuickBooks Desktop 2018 or newer within the United States. The Migrator Tool will migrate up to three company files seamlessly and efficiently.

Since you're using an old QuickBooks Desktop version, I suggest updating your QuickBooks. This way, you have access to new features and improvements. Here's how: 

1. Go to Help and tap Update QuickBooks Desktop.
2. Click Update Now, then select Get Updates.
3. When the update finishes, close and reopen QuickBooks.
4. When asked to install the update, select Yes.
5. When the install finishes, follow the on-screen instructions.

Once you are done updating your QuickBooks, we can start utilizing the Migration Tool. I'll show you how to do it: 
 

Step 1: On the old computer

1. Access the File menu in QuickBooks, select Utilities, and choose Move QuickBooks to another computer.
2. Opt for I'm Ready and create a unique password.
3. Follow the instructions to select the USB flash drive you'll be using and wait for the files to be copied.

Step 2: On the new computer

1. Insert the USB flash drive. Keep in mind the Migrator Tool won't automatically open due to Windows security restrictions.
2. Open the flash drive to view its files and double-click the file named Move_QuickBooks.bat to initiate the migrator.
3. Enter the password you created, and click Let's Go.
4. Wait for the Migrator Tool to complete the process.

For detailed information, refer to this article: Move or reinstall QuickBooks Desktop to another computer.

Feel free to leave a comment below if you have other concerns with QuickBooks or migration. I'm always willing to help. Have a great day!

@Dav01 

I would recommend running QB Desktop on Win 10 Home over Win 10 Pro. If you encounter issues later, consider buying QB Desktop 2020 with the one time license to upgrade your version.

I have Pro 2014. After updating, as recommended, the migration utility was still not to be found. 

I have Pro 2014. I updated the software, as recommended, and the migration utility was not available. Now what?

Let me continue to address your concern about the migration tool, BA1016.

Thank you for taking the initiative to update your QuickBooks. However, know that the Migrator Tool is only available for versions 2018 and above. This is why you are not seeing that option.

On the other hand, version 2014 has already been retired and cannot be registered when installed on other computers. Reactivating retired versions requires an activation code, but this practice has been discontinued for quite some time now.

I agree with Fiat Lux - ASIA's suggestion about purchasing the latest version so you can continue working on your file in another computer. To make a purchase, please contact our Sales team using the phone number provided in the upper right-hand corner of this page. Once you have the latest version, you can then consider upgrading your company file.

I'm only a comment away should you need more assistance with our company file. Have a good one!

@BA1016 

Can you still open your company file on the old machine?

Yes, it opens on old PC

Yes

@BA1016 

Open your company file on the old machine and secure a backup file (*.qbb)

Install your QBD 2014 on the new machine and restore the backup file.

When you reinstall QB on your new machine, it may be asked to activate your license. Chat Support and get the activation code. If they refuse to share it, you will need a workaround.

Thank you. I will try this.

Sir, I am 1 of a million Im sure, I still have an operating existing Win 10 and just bought a Win 11, and Love how the QB pro 2014 operates., I have my reinstall disc and my original activate code, and a flash drive with my most current backup.

@MASTERELECTRICIAN 

Any specific concern?

I would like to move onto the new computer.

The new comp doesn't have a cd drive.

I must call intuit

I. i have the reinstall cd, but dont have a cd drive on the new computer 

@MASTERELECTRICIAN 

You can download from this one

https://downloads.quickbooks.com/app/qbdt/products?productName=QuickBooks%20Desktop%20Pro&edition=&v...

you are the greatest, please know how elated you made someone today, it worked and its completed.

Thank you.

J