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How to prepare to install Sage 50—U.S. Edition

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Summary

How to prepare for installing Sage 50 Accounting.

Description

Visit the Sage 50 US Welcome Center for help on getting started or getting the most value from your software.

Need assistance installing? Prefer to have someone install Sage 50 for you? Need to schedule a time to install? Let our Sage Expert Services handle this for you. See Sage Expert Services (SES) to find out how to schedule your appointment today. There's no wait.

Resolution

  1. Verify all computers meet the minimum system requirements. See System Requirements: Sage 50—U.S. Edition 2024.
  2. Before starting the install, close all other Microsoft and non-essential programs on the computer.
  3. Turn off your antivirus before the installation process.
  4. Leave your firewall on and enable notifications.
  5. Make sure the User Account Control (UAC) is on the minimum setting. This may require Admin access. Consult with IT personnel if necessary.

If upgrading your current version of Sage 50:

  1. Back up all companies. See How to create a backup.
  2. Have all users exit Sage 50 before starting the install on the server.

To continue with the installation, see Installation instructions-Sage 50—U.S. Edition.

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