Installing an older copy of Quicken Deluxe on a different computer, for a different user.

grantj

Is it possible to install a copy of an older version (say 2011) on a different computer, for a different user? I have all my original CD's from several versions. I've been using 2011- since 2011 - over several versions of Windows including currently on Windows 10, and it works great - as a stand-alone program. I do NOT use ANY online banking, bill-pay, stock quotes, etc, etc or any other online feature.
My father in law is trying to achieve the same thing, without buying a new version and signing up for a subscription. I see lots of old copies of Quicken for sale on eBay, etc - but it's impossible to determine if they have been previously installed/registered, and if so, does that render the software unusable? It seems there must be a Product ID and/or registration code involved in the installation, to preclude re-selling or pirating of the software.
Please advise if there is a way to achieve this and thanks!

volvogirl

Yes you can.   After you install it you will need to update it to the latest release.  One of the SuperUsers has posted the update patches for older versions (2000 and newer) of Quicken

http://www.quicknperlwiz.com/quicken-patches-us.html 

OR (for both of you)......

Since you are using an older version and you are not downloading transactions (and don't want to)  you can upgrade to Q2013 for free.  It is the last version that doesn't require using an Intuit or Quicken ID.  

Use this link to get Q2013, use the section ..... If you are converting from Quicken 2004 through 2009

https://www.quicken.com/support/how-and-when-use-intermediate-version-convert-older-versions-quicken 

 

mshiggins

Two significant changes between Q2011 an Q2013:
* In Q2012, the budget feature was redesigned. Many users were unhappy about the changes. 
* In Q2013, the loans feature was redesigned. Many users (including me) were unhappy with the changes. 

I use QW2017 now and the loans feature is still not as good as it was in Q2012 and earlier versions. 

Chris_QPW

Hold down Ctrl+Shift and select Tools -> One Step Update

volvogirl

Yes you can.   After you install it you will need to update it to the latest release.  One of the SuperUsers has posted the update patches for older versions (2000 and newer) of Quicken

http://www.quicknperlwiz.com/quicken-patches-us.html 

OR (for both of you)......

Since you are using an older version and you are not downloading transactions (and don't want to)  you can upgrade to Q2013 for free.  It is the last version that doesn't require using an Intuit or Quicken ID.  

Use this link to get Q2013, use the section ..... If you are converting from Quicken 2004 through 2009

https://www.quicken.com/support/how-and-when-use-intermediate-version-convert-older-versions-quicken 

 

grantj

Volvogirl - You rock! Thanks for the super-quick response, and the good news!
Just to confirm:
I can upgrade my existing Quicken 2011 Deluxe, to 2013, simply by going to the link you provided.
As far as my relative: Do I need to send him my Quicken 2011 CD-ROM, and have him install that first - and THEN, follow the link to upgrade to 2013? Or can I just provide him that link and advise him to download/install directly from there?
Thanks again for your help!

volvogirl

He can just download 2013 directly.  Each year is a full new install not just an upgrade.

grantj

:) OK Terrific. One more question (being how you're so timely!): Is Q2013 significantly different from Q2011, as far as the UI goes? In Q2011, there is an option under the View column to use "Classic Menus", instead of "Standard Menus" - which I really like. I'm super-comfortable with the interface I have now, and the last thing I want is to be forced to learn a whole new interface if I elect to upgrade to Q2013 - Please advise if you can and many thanks,

volvogirl

I don't know.  I went from 2004 to 2013.  I really like it.  It's probably the same or very similar to Q2011.  Just post any questions you have with 2013.  

grantj

Right, thank you again for all your help.

mshiggins

Two significant changes between Q2011 an Q2013:
* In Q2012, the budget feature was redesigned. Many users were unhappy about the changes. 
* In Q2013, the loans feature was redesigned. Many users (including me) were unhappy with the changes. 

I use QW2017 now and the loans feature is still not as good as it was in Q2012 and earlier versions. 

grantj

OK Thanks much - I really don't use those two features, so that shouldn't affect me at all. And I found another reference to the "Classic Menu" view option for Q2013, so I should be good to upgrade. Thanks everyone for your help! :)

grantj

Well, I got Q2011 backed up, downloaded and installed Q2013 from the link provided, and it looks fine - Except -
The Registration screen comes up repeatedly, and says registration can not be completed! "Please check your internet connection, blah, blah". I can't even close that window without resorting to Task Manager/End task function.
About every third time I open the program, I get the Registration screen again. I'm about 99% sure my most recent Q2011 (purchased) version was registered, how do I get around this issue, anyone know?

grantj

Never mind, now I've figured out you can't register a product more than 2 years old, and also found the hack to disable the Registration nag screen....

Chris_QPW

Hold down Ctrl+Shift and select Tools -> One Step Update

grantj

Got it Chris, thanks!