Users have a tendency of updating their computer hardware over the period of time. This also calls for relocation of all the crucial programs and data files from the old computer to the new one, which includes the transfer of QuickBooks Desktop from old Computer to New Computer. This blog shall brief readers with the easy process to move QuickBooks Desktop to another computer. So, keep reading!
Steps to use the Migrator Tool to transfer QuickBooks Desktop from Old Computer to New One
- You can use the Migrator Tool to transfer QuickBooks Desktop to the new system. In addition, up to three company files can be transferred to the new system. This is applicable for single-mode users who are using the US version of QB Desktop 2018 or later.
- Now, the user is required to take a note of the password to prevent it from misplacing. This password will only be required once, and it will be specific to the Migrator tool.
- The Migrator tool will save all QuickBooks supporting files and the previously opened three Company files to the USB flash drive.
- The tool will set up QuickBooks files on the new computer and download the appropriate version of QuickBooks Desktop.
- Notably, it does not delete any additional system files.
Walkthrough to setup and use the QuickBooks Migrator Tool
Users should abide by the following steps to successfully use the QB Migrator Tool for transferring of the QuickBooks files from old computer to new computer.
Step 1: Steps on the old computer
- In the beginning, run QuickBooks.
- Afterwards, proceed to the File tab. Herein, hover the mouse over Utilities, and from there, choose the option to Move QuickBooks to Another Computer.
- Afterwards, hit on "I'm Ready," and type in the one-time password to start the tool.
Step 2: Steps on the new computer
- Initially, the user is required to plug the USB flash drive in the system. The Migrator Tool, in most cases, will not automatically run. The user needs to manually start the tool.
- Subsequently, the user is required to view the flash drive files and subsequent to that, hit on Move_QuickBooks.bat for launching the Migrator tool.
- The next step requires typing in the password and then proceeding by clicking on Let's go.
- In mere instances when the tool fails to run, the user should update the O/S and then try running the tool again.
- Upon running the tool, it will instantly delete QuickBooks files from the USB flash drive. However, the files on the old PC will remain intact.
- To avoid opting for the incorrect file, the user should alter the name of the file(s) on the old computer.
- The user will also need to:
- Log into QB payroll.
- Create the backup schedule in Intuit Data Protect (IDP) upon logging in.
- Transfer all remaining company files from the old computer to the new one.
- Create a backup of all your company files.
- All the information required to install QuickBooks Desktop on your new computer will be copied. Your old PC retains all the information.
Data that can be copied
The data that can be copied includes Company files, Custom templates & forms, Scheduled and memorized reports, Printer Settings (PrintEng.ini, wpr.ini, and QBPrint.qbp), Letters and templates, Spell Checker (spell.ini and UserDictionary.tlx), Financial Statement Designer (FSD data), Cash Flow Projector (.cfp), Business Planner (.bpw), Loan Manager (.lmr), including other data.
Data that cannot be copied
The information that cannot be copied includes Multi-user setup, Payroll & payment setup, Intuit Data Protect, Older Company Files, and Backup files.
Manual Procedure to move or reinstall QuickBooks
The steps to transfer QuickBooks Desktop from Old Computer to New Computer:
- Start off by copying the Company files from the system to the hard disc.
- Now, transfer the files to the new computer
- Also, install QuickBooks Desktop on the new computer and use the correct product and license keys.
Conclusion
This blog apprised readers of the methods to transfer QuickBooks Desktop from Old Computer to New Computer. For technical support, reach out to our QuickBooks desktop error support experts at the helpline i.e., 1-800-761-1787.