Quicken will uninstall previous versions of Quicken for you, saving a copy of your data file in the format compatible with your current version of Quicken. This is so if, for some reason, you want to go back to using the earlier version of Quicken, you will be able to uninstall Quicken, reinstall your old version and still have access to your data. Note that if you do revert back to the old data, it will only be as recent as the day and time at which you installed Quicken.
Back Up Data
Although Quicken makes a backup of your data file for you, it is always the best practice to make your own backup copy of
data files before beginning any new program installation. Follow
this procedure to make a copy of the data file for Quicken 2003, 2004, or 2005 before you install Quicken.
Install Quicken
- Either place the Quicken install CD into your CD drive, or if you downloaded Quicken, double click on the installation file to start installing the program. Read this FAQ if you cannot find the Quicken install file on your computer.
- Quicken will warn you that it must uninstall the previous version of Quicken; allow Quicken to uninstall the previous version. Quicken first converts your old data, storing backup of file in old format in this folder: Program Files/QUICKEN/DATA.
- Next, the Quicken install program shows you an overview of new features.
Quicken Guided Setup
Finally, you are given the option to choose Skip Guided Setup or Begin Guided setup. If you have been using Quicken for years, you may opt to skip the guided set up and just let Quicken to install. If you are newer to Quicken or want to see various set up options, choose Begin Guided Setup but first take a look at the
Quicken Guided Setup to be prepared for the options Quicken will give you.
