Install and Set up QuickBooks Desktop for Mac 2022 (Easy Methods) [sg_popup id=4743]

Quick steps to install and setup QuickBooks Mac Desktop

 In the field of accounting and bookkeeping quickbooks has gained a tremendous reputation as it is being used by millions of businesses, accountants and corporate clients. There are probabilities that you might face difficulties or issues while installing QuickBooks desktop for Mac. Here we are going to give you the detailed information about the steps for installing QuickBooks for Mac. Stay tuned!!

QuickBooks has a separate version for Mac users. Intuit has designed QuickBooks for every Mac device. QuickBooks has three versions – Pro, Premier, Enterprise Solution. But some organisations might use Mac devices, for this Intuit has specifically designed QuickBooks.

How is QuickBooks Mac Desktop installed?

Step 1: Make sure QuickBooks Mac desktop runs with minimum system requirements. 

  • For easy and faster installation of the QuickBooks Mac version, minimum system requirements. 
  • QuickBooks Mac 2016 R5 or earlier- Mac OS 10.10.2 and MacOS 10.11
  • QuickBooks MAc 2016 R6 and later – Mac Os 10.11 and Mac OS 10.12 (sierra)
  • Intuit processor, core 2 duo or higher.
  • Multi-user Server- It requires an Intel core 2 Duo or higher processor.
  • 2 GB RAM and 250 MB of available disk space.
  • CD/DVD drive for the installation.
  • Printer- The printer should be 100% compatible with the Macintosh to enable printing of invoices, check, reports etc. 
  • Checks- You should use Intuit checks for printing checks.
  • Product registration is required. 

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Step 2: Product and Serial number

Downloaded Product– The information related to license and product serial number is present in the confirmation email. You can reach out to QuickBooks support team, if you are not able to retrieve the quickbooks details. 

QuickBooks CD– See the information on the packaging of the product.

Step 3: Downloading and installing QuickBooks

  • Prepare the installer by either downloading quickbooks MAc version or using the CD installer. 
  • Proceeding the installation- You should shut down the active and running programs. 
  • If you are using QuickBooks CD, the CD drive will itself fetch the details and open the installation windows.
  • Open the application folder and then make a double click on the QuickBooks icon. 

Step 4: Upgrading the company file 

  • Open the  newer version of the company file.
  • You will see the QuickBooks prompt to update/ convert the company file. 
  • Select the upgrade option.
  • Click Ok once the update is complete.
  • Check the balances, reports, to make sure the correct company file is converted. 

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Step 5: Setting up multi-user environment

  • For setting up multi-user environment:
  • Select multi-user mode.
  • You need to move  the QuickBooks server to the application folder.
  • Select the authentication option to modify the application.
  • You need to enter the admin username and password.
  • Click OK.
  • Open the company file in QuickBooks.
  • Select the multi-user mode in the file option.

How can QuickBooks mac desktop be set up?

This feature allows you to access the file to the authorized users simultaneously.

For this:

  • Go to the multi-user option.
  • Move the QuickBooks server icon to the application folder.
  • Reach the authentication tab.
  • Click ok after entering username and password.
  • Launch QuickBooks and access the company file.
  • Select the option to enable multi-user mode.

To wrap up!!

You might still face issues in installation and set up of QuickBooks desktop.

In this case, we advise you to take the expert assistance. You can reach out to QBS Solved support, dial +1(888) 910 1619.

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