How to Fix Common QuickBooks Installation Errors

1. How to Fix Common QuickBooks Installation Errors If you’re not able to install or open QuickBooks, this article is what you need! For issues related to installation, QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool is the best remedy. This tool is designed to identify and fix issues with MSXML, C++, or .NET Framework automatically. We Quick At Support insist that you run this tool before you opt for manual intervention to related component related issues. There are multiple errors that would show up if QuickBooks finds an issue with your Windows or related components that it uses. Some of the most common errors are: ● Errors such as QuickBooks has stopped working ● Errors related to corrupted/damaged MSXML, C++, and/or .NET Framework ●Error 1402 while installing. It would say “could not open key: Unknown\Components…” ●Error 1904.This says “file path/name/extension failed to register” ●Error 1935 which is “setup requires .NET Framework” or “an error occurred during the installation of assembly” ●Error 1603 which says “the update installer has encountered an internal error” Listed below are multiple solutions to installation errors. Please note that these steps can be tricky and you might want to make use of expert guidance. In such cases, feel free to reach our QuickBooks Error Support experts at 1-855-666-1972 Solution 1: Use QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool ● Download QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool

2. ● Once downloaded, close all Open programs and run the tool ● Depending on your system’s performance and internet’s speed, the tool would automatically update required files ● Once done, restart the computer to ensure all tools are successfully updated Solution 2: Download Windows Update to install missing updates There might be chances that you are receiving error messages because your computer’s Windows version is outdated. As a result of this, QuickBooks will not be able to install or function properly. To download relevant updates, follow the steps listed below: ● Click on the Start menu and type Windows Update on the search bar, then select the relevant option [windows_update.jpeg] ● Follow the prompts on screen and install the necessary updates ● Once installation is completed, restart your system. ● Now, try opening QuickBooks again to verify if the issue has been resolved or not Solution 3: Fixing components manually Let’s assume that the QB Install Tool was unable to resolve your problem. Do not lose hope! You can try to do it manually but only if you are proficient with Windows. We suggest that you do it while being on call with one of our dedicated Service Representatives from Quick At Support. For Windows 8 and above ● Open Run dialog by clicking Windows + R ● Type Control Panel on the search option and click OK ● Select Uninstall a Program and then click Turn Windows Feature On or Off ● Now, click OK ● Verify that .NET Framework 4.5 is enabled if not enabled ● If it is already enabled, repair the .NET Framework ● After the reboot, re-enable the .NET Framework 4.5 [.NET Framework.jpeg] ● Now, you need to check that .NET Framework 3.5 SP1 is enabled on your computer ● Please enable it, incase it is not already enabled ● Press OK ● Reboot the computer one more time ● Now, you need to re-enable the .NET Framework 3.5 SP1 and reboot the system one final time For Windows 7 and Vista ● Open Run dialog by pressing Windows + R ● Type Control Panel on the search option and click OK

3. ● Select Uninstall a Program and then click Turn Windows Feature On or Off ● Now, click OK ● Check if .NET Framework 3.5 is not selected (enabled), please enable it. Click OK and restart the computer ● If .NET Framework 3.5 is already enabled, uncheck it and restart the computer. Once it restarts, re-enable the Framework and restart the computer again ● Now, check for .NET Framework 4.0 or 4.5. If either appears in the list,you will need to repair it. If it doesn’t exist, you will need to install it. Repairing .NET Framework 4.0 or 4.5 (if it appears on the list) ● Open Control Panel > Programs and Features> Select it> Click on Uninstall/Change ● Select Repair and click Next ● Follow the prompts on screen and then restart your computer Installing .NET Framework 4.0 or 4.5 ● Download .NET Framework 4.5 (which is a combination of .NET Framework 4.0 Client and Extended)from Microsoft’s website ● Save the file and follow the prompts on screen ● Restart your computer after installation ● Open QuickBooks to verify if it is working as desired ● Solution 4: Install QuickBooks in selective startup mode Other than the aforementioned reasons, chances are that some other processes running on your computer might interfere with QuickBooks installation. If that turns out to be the case, we suggest that you install/uninstall QuickBooks in selective startup mode. Here’s how you do it:

4. ● First of all, create a backup of your company file ● Open Run dialog by pressing Windows + R ● Type in msconfig and click OK [msconfig.jpeg] ● In the now open window, go to General tab, select Selective Startup, Load system services and Load startup items [selective startup.jpeg] ● Click Services tab ● Select Hide all Microsoft services and click Disable All [microsoft services.jpeg] ● Ensure that Windows Installer checkbox is selected ● Restart your computer and uninstall/install QuickBooks. You should opt for the the QuickBooks Clean Install Tool as it allows you to reinstall all the required files in brand new folders within the existing default folder location. This tool would also ensure that none of your company files are removed. ● Once you have successfully installed QuickBooks, open the Run dialog again ● Type msconfig and click OK ● Go to General tab, and select Normal Startup, then click OK ● Restart your computer and open QuickBooks If you still face issues with installation, we suggest you to seek expert assistance. Reach our qualified and experienced team on 1-855-666-1972 so that we can help you.