Upgrading 2016 QB Desktop Pro to Desktop Pro Plus 2024

Welcome aboard, JH5182! You’ve come to the perfect place for support. I’m eager to help you transition from QuickBooks Desktop 2016 to Pro Plus 2024 while ensuring your company data remains intact.

To upgrade your QuickBooks Desktop Pro 2016 to Pro Plus 2024, you can do so directly without going through the intermediate steps of installing trial versions of QuickBooks Desktop 2019 and 2022.

Intuit no longer provides trial versions for older QuickBooks Desktop releases. Nevertheless, you can upgrade your QBDT and seamlessly migrate the company file. I'll assist you through all the steps.

First, may I know if you have already purchased a QuickBooks Desktop Plus 2024 license? If not, I recommend visiting our QuickBooks Desktop Products website to buy the license. You can also find an option to talk to our dedicated sales team if needed.

Refer to the screenshot below for your reference:

Once you obtain the license, we can go ahead with the installation process of your new QBDT. Ensure your new laptop meets the QuickBooks Desktop Pro Plus 2024 system requirements and get the latest version through the QuickBooks Desktop Manager page.

As soon as everything is good, you can now install this on your new PC.

Here's how:

1. Locate the downloaded setup file on your computer. 
2. Click to launch the setup.
3. Follow the prompts to finish installing your QBDT.

After that, activate your QBDT:

1. Go to the Help menu and select Activate QuickBooks.
2. Follow the prompts to finish installing your QBDT.

Assuming everything is all set, we can directly migrate your company files to the upgraded 2024 version by securing backup company files of your QBDT 2016 and restoring them in your new QBDT 2024. I recommend running the Verify Data tool after this to verify all components work as expected.

If you prefer personalized assistance, you can hire an Intuit Advisor to assist you in the process. You can find certified QuickBooks ProAdvisors through our Intuit ProAdvisor page.

Furthermore, I recommend bookmarking these helpful resources about balancing your account and resolving reconciliation problems in QBO:

• Reconcile an account in QBO
• Fix issues the first time you reconcile an account in QBO
• Fix issues at the end of a reconciliation in QBO

You’re always welcome to revisit this post if you have more questions or need further assistance migrating your company files to your new QuickBooks Desktop Pro Plus 2024. Just reply here or start a new conversation. It’s been a joy to assist you!

@JH5182 

1. Install QB Desktop 2024 Pro Plus. Make sure no to remove your QB Desktop 2016 for the time being. You can call Intuit to purchase a new license. Another option, you can purchase it via a partner and get $100 cashback.

2. Open your company file(s) on QB Desktop 2016 and secure the backup file(s) (*.qbb). Open QB Desktop 2024 Pro Plus and restore the backup files.

3. If you encounter any error message, that means you may need to use the trial version of QB Desktop 2019 and 2022 to upgrade your company files gradually. You should contact @Fiat Lux - ASIA for assistance.