Hi there, @PEStaffing.
Let me share some information about QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT) system requirements.
The current supported operating systems for running QBDT are still the following:
- Windows 10, all editions including 64-bit, natively installed
- Windows 8.1, all editions including 64-bit, natively installed
- Windows Server 2019, Standard and Essentials
- Windows Server 2016, Standard and Essentials
- Windows Server 2012 R2, Standard and Essentials
- Windows Server 2012, Standard and Essentials
Currently, Windows 11 is not yet certified as fully compatible with QBDT 2021 version. Though you can still use QBDT on Windows 11, but you may encounter some issues. Also, QuickBooks requires you to use Windows natively and not through an emulator or virtual environment.
For additional info, you may refer to this article: QuickBooks Desktop Microsoft Windows 11 Compatibility.
I've added a link where you can check the operating system, hardware, software, and other system requirements for QBDT 2021: System requirements for QuickBooks Desktop 2021.
We have other articles to help you with the tasks in QuickBooks Desktop. Are you still on the process of installing the program? Check out this article for a guide: Install QuickBooks Desktop.
Feel free to comment below if you have other questions about handling your QuickBooks Desktop account. I'll be around to assist you. Keep safe!
