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csoffice
Level 3

QB Tool Hub problem

I have been trying to use the QB Tool Hub. Every part of the program is working except the "QB Program Diagnostic Tool." When I click on that, I get an error message saying "The contents of this file cannot be unpacked. The executable you are attempting to run has been corrupted. Please obtain another copy of the file and try again.

I have downloaded the latest version (1.6.0.8) 6 separate times from the Intuit webpage, completely removing the old file from my computer first, but am still getting the error message. Every other part of the program is working fine. I last used the "Diagnostic Tool" about a month ago with no problems so this is a new issue.

Does anyone have an idea why this is happening?

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SashaMC
Moderator

QB Tool Hub problem

Season Greetings! 

 

Thank you for reaching out to the QuickBooks Community, csoffice! I appreciate the effort you made in trying to resolve the issues. Have you tried reinstalling QuickBooks? If not, let's go ahead and do that. Before we start please have your license number near by. Here's how to remove QuickBooks:

 

  1. Open the Windows Start menu. Search for “Control Panel”, then open Control Panel.
  2. Select Programs and Features or Uninstall a Program.
  3. From the list of programs, select your version of QuickBooks Desktop you want to remove.
  4. Select Uninstall/Change, Remove and then Next.  
    If you don’t see this option, sign out and sign back in to Windows as an admin (or a user with admin rights).

 

When you’re done, install QuickBooks Desktop. QuickBooks will automatically install new folders and rename your old ones. From there, try the QB Program Diagnostic Tool and let me know if you're getting the same error message.

 

I'm looking forward to your response and will be sure to look forward to your response. See you in a few!  

csoffice
Level 3

QB Tool Hub problem

In my office, QB is on a server - I'm using it on a workstation. Can I reinstall it just on my computer?

FaithA
QuickBooks Team

QB Tool Hub problem

I appreciate the proactive response, Csoffice. You can reinstall QuickBooks Desktop again to fix the issues you're facing. I'll be guiding you below.

 

Follow these steps to install QuickBooks Desktop on either a dedicated server or a computer that accesses data on a server. This setup can also apply to a Terminal server or a server that hosts both QuickBooks and your company file. Remember to always use the direct path to your company file when accessing it from a server.

 

  1. Make sure you have an active internet connection throughout the process.
  2. Open the file QuickBooks.exe that you downloaded.
  3. elect Custom and Network Options and then click Next.
  4. Choose I’ll be using QuickBooks Desktop on this computer to install it on a workstation.
  5. Click Next to proceed.
  6. Click Next to start the installation.
  7. If you want to change the installation location, select Change the install location then Browse to decide where to put your QuickBooks folder. Most people put it in their Programs folder.
  8. When it finishes, select Open QuickBooks.

 

Ensure QuickBooks is properly connected to your server. If you have any network setup issues, contact an IT professional for assistance. After installation, QuickBooks will prompt you to activate and update the software. Follow the prompts to complete these steps.

Reinstalling QuickBooks Desktop on your workstation ensures that any local issues are resolved, potentially fixing the problem with the QB Tool Hub’s "QB Program Diagnostic Tool." This helps maintain a smooth and efficient workflow while accessing the company files stored on your server.

 

Furthermore, after you get back the Tool Hub running again, access this article that can help you fix common problems and errors. It will provide you with a suite of utilities to keep your QuickBooks Desktop going smoothly, keeping your business on track.

 

As always, feel welcome to return to the thread anytime more queries arise. The Community is active and eager to assist you 24/7. We aim to help you elevate your financial journey. 

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