In this article we are going to answer some FAQ’s about QuickBooks and Windows 7 or QuickBooks not working in windows 7 Or Is QuickBooks Not Working in Windows 7 in 2020
but firstly,
What Is QuickBooks?
Intuit QuickBooks has been the number one in accounting & bookkeeping solution for organizations everywhere throughout the world. This product has spread like firestorm and is in all respects easily dealing with all the bookkeeping and accounting related procedures for small and mid sized organizations world over.
- Secure Accounting
- Accurate Bookkeeping
- Easy Accessibility
Your computer is running on windows 7. As of January 14, 2020. Microsoft will no longer be the providing the security updates or support updates or support for PC's running windows 7.
This means your computer will be more vulnerable to security risks and viruses. To avoid these risks, Microsoft recommends upgrading to windows 10.
To help maintain the security of your personal information, like your Social Security Number and Bank account Information, you will need to upgrade the operating system.
Select Switch to "Windows 10" to exit QuickBooks and Learn How to Upgrade in to windows 10.
Once you've upgraded, you can re-open and install QuickBooks.
By selecting "Install on Windows 7" and you acknowledging the risks of installing QuickBooks on Windows 7. (Not Recommended)
QuickBooks not working in windows 7
As mentioned above the Company Microsoft is going to discontinue their services for their Operating System named as Windows 7 from January 2020, Now the problem with QuickBooks is that the customer is having their bank account details and their business and personal details with QuickBooks, So when the Microsoft is not supporting their operating system Windows 7, then QuickBooks is also may not going to give any support or services to their customers
Do i need to upgrade if i have QuickBooks Desktop Plus?
Yes, Microsoft’s decision to no longer provide security updates or support to PCs running Windows 7 also impacts QuickBooks Desktop Plus products.To help you best safeguard any personal information, like Social Security numbers and bank account information, if you’re using a Desktop product we strongly recommend that you upgrade from Windows 7 to Windows 10.
What if I don’t want to upgrade from Windows 7?
You can still use older versions of QuickBooks Desktop. However, upgrading from Windows 7 to Windows 10 helps to protect your QuickBooks Desktop data, including your customers’ and employees’ sensitive information.
What are the minimum system requirements for QuickBooks Desktop software?
You can get get the minimum system requirements on Intuit QuickBooks.
What does this mean for older versions of QuickBooks desktop? Can I still use my QuickBooks desktop (2019 and earlier) product?
You can still use older versions of QuickBooks Desktop. However, upgrading from Windows 7 to Windows 10 helps to protect your QuickBooks Desktop data, including your customers’ and employees’ sensitive information.
Do I need to upgrade if I have Windows Server 2008?
Yes, after January 14, 2020, Microsoft will no longer provide security updates or support for PCs running Windows 7 or Windows Server 2008. Because of these changes, you will need to update to one of the operating systems listed in our System Requirements:
- QuickBooks 2017
- QucikBooks 2018
- QuickBooks 2019
- QuickBooks 2020
If I upgrade my operating system will that work with my other installed software?
If you’re upgrading and want to know more about the impact that has on other software you use, check the system requirements for that specific software to see if it supports your new version of Windows.
What is the difference between desktop software and online?
Desktop software is a program installed on the computer itself that runs via the OS. Online software is stored on the web and runs through an internet browser.
Where can I get help with my operating system?
Visit Microsoft’s Windows 7 site if you need help updating Windows on your PC.
The system requirements for newer versions of Windows are the same as Windows 7. You can confirm your computer will support Windows 10 by reviewing Microsoft’s system requirements.
Your other software should work with an upgraded operating system. Check the system requirements for each one to see if it supports your new operating system version.
What if my business has subscribed to Windows 7 Extended Security Updates (ESUs)?
Extended Security Updates allows you to receive important security updates for Windows 7 from Microsoft for up to three more years. These can help you keep your system secure, even after Windows 7’s end of life. However, our notification systems cannot distinguish between customers who receive Extended Security Updates and customers who do not. Because of this, you will still see the same notices and prompts as other Windows 7 users.
Do all of the answers apply to Windows Server 2008 also?
Yes. Windows Server 2008 is the server version of Windows 7. QuickBooks 2020 supports the latest Windows Server version, which is Windows Server 2019. Older versions of Windows are already out of date, and are also no longer receiving security updates. If you are using an older version of Windows, we strongly recommend that you upgrade to Windows 10.
I see mention of possible software functionality issues for Windows 7/Server 2008. I also use older versions of Windows. Should I be worried?
Older versions of Windows are already out of date, and are also no longer receiving security updates. If you are using an older version of Windows, we strongly recommend that you upgrade to Windows 10.
My QuickBooks is hosted. What should I do?
Most hosting providers will upgrade their systems to move to Windows 10 or to newer versions of Windows Server.
If you’re not sure what version your hosting provider is using or what their plans are for upgrading to Windows 10, you should contact them for more information.
My older version of QuickBooks does not indicate that it will run on Windows 10/Server 2016. Do I need to upgrade my QuickBooks also?
These versions of QuickBooks have not been tested with Windows 10. We recommend upgrading to the latest version of QuickBooks to ensure compatibility.
Do I need to uninstall QuickBooks before upgrading the Operating System?
You don’t need to uninstall QuickBooks before you start. However, we do recommend that you back up your company files using an external drive or a backup service such as Intuit Data Protect before you begin the upgrade.
