Converting data from other programs using the QuickBooks Conversion Tool

The QuickBooks Conversion Tool is a free program that imports business data, account balances, and transactions from other financial software into QuickBooks.

What programs convert to which versions of QuickBooks?
What does the conversion tool do?
Will the conversion tool run on my computer?
What do I need to do before I can use the tool?
What data can be converted to QuickBooks and what cannot?
What if I need help or have a question?

Are you ready to convert your data?
Download the QuickBooks Conversion Tool

Is your data already in QuickBooks or Quicken format?
If your data is already in QuickBooks or Quicken format, you do not need a special conversion tool. convert to quickbooks quicken older version peachtree simple start conversion, . Refer to Converting or upgrading between different versions of QuickBooks or Quicken.

What programs convert to which version of QuickBooks?

For more detailed information about converting Peachtree data to QuickBooks, refer to Converting Peachtree files.

If your program is not listed, contact the QuickStart Data Conversion team to ask about other options for converting your data. convert to quickbooks quicken older version peachtree simple start conversion, . Call 800-816-9304 between 6:00 a.m. convert to quickbooks quicken older version peachtree simple start conversion, . and 6:00 pm Pacific Time, Monday-Friday.

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What does the conversion tool do?

The conversion tool:

• Guides you through a short and straightforward setup process.
• Imports your data into a new QuickBooks company file.
• Does not change your existing Peachtree or Microsoft data files.
• Captures the current state of your business by importing key lists, balances, and transaction into QuickBooks.
• Offers a choice to import lists only, or lists plus balances, and historical transactions.
• Creates a log file of the conversion process for your records.

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Will the conversion tool run on my computer?

The conversion tool requires:

• Operating System - Microsoft Windows Vista, Windows XP, or Windows 2000
• Minimum Processor - 500MHz Intel Pentium II (or the equivalent)
• Recommended Processor - 1GHz Intel Pentium III
• Memory (RAM) Minimum - 512MB (The minimum will be slow and might not handle larger Peachtree files)
• Memory (RAM) - Recommended 1GB+
• Hard Drive - 2GB Free space (Recommended)
• Microsoft .NET Framework version 2.0 (For more information about Microsoft.NET Framework, visit Microsoft's Download Center.)

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What do I need to do before I can use the tool?

You need:

• A compatible version of Peachtree or Microsoft software and its associated data files installed on a local hard drive. convert to quickbooks quicken older version peachtree simple start conversion, . Older versions of Peachtree or Microsoft software and data must be upgraded to a compatible version before converting to QuickBooks.
• A compatible version of QuickBooks installed on your computer.
• The installed version of QuickBooks registered and licensed.
• The QuickBooks company database file stored on the local hard drive.

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What data can be converted to QuickBooks and what cannot?

• Payroll information that can be converted:
  • Employee List information includes contact information and Social Security Number
  • Payroll General Ledger account balance information

• Payroll information that cannot be converted:
  • Paychecks (which are convert as General Journal entries).
  • Employee Year-To-Date (YTD) information.
  • Payroll Items.
  • Individual employee wage or deduction information.

• Other information that cannot be converted:
  • Job costing.
  • Fixed Asset Items.
  • Work tickets.
  • Closed or partially closed Sales Orders, Purchase Orders, and Estimates.

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What if I need help or have a question?

• If you receive an error or message while using the QuickBooks Conversion Tool, note the exact text or error number and search the knowledgebase for a solution.
• If you cannot find a solution or if you have other questions, contact the QuickStart Data Conversion team by calling 800-816-9304 between 6:00 a.m. convert to quickbooks quicken older version peachtree simple start conversion, . and 6:00 pm Pacific Time, Monday-Friday.

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If this solution does not resolve the issue, you can read discussions and post messages and questions relating to your issue on the Intuit QuickBooks Community site for free or you can contact a technical support agent for additional guidance. convert to quickbooks quicken older version peachtree simple start conversion, . Fees may apply.