How do I install using UNC paths in Release 2021 and later?

The ability to install with the company data location using a Universal Naming Convention (UNC) path was introduced in Sage 50 Release 2021.0. This simplifies network installations, reduces the time required, and eliminates the pitfalls of dependency upon mapped drives.

Note: The steps below assume that you have already begun the workstation installation and are at Company Data Files Location screen. If you have yet to begin installing, refer first to How to install on a workstation on a network.

*Note: The UNC option will also only appear for new installations and not upgrades.

Installing on a workstation using UNC

1. On the Company Data Files Location screen, click Enter or browse to the path where the Sage 50 company is located.
2. In the open box, enter the UNC path manually using either the server’s IP address or Server name.
   • Example 1: \\ServerName\Peachtree\Company
   • Example 2: \\10.123.111.123\Peachtree\Company
   • Alternately, click Browse to select the UNC path on the network and click OK.
3. Verify the Sage 50 Company data location in the lower left
   
   
4. Enter network credentials if prompted and click OK.
   
   
   • Credentials will be required when first connecting to the server
   • Credentials may be requested again, if Remember my credentials is not checked or if there is a dropped network connection
5. The final screen will display the company data files in UNC format.
   
   
6. Click Install.