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Before you can send us your file, you need to call us to request the service.

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ANSWER ID:9256

Sometimes things don't always go to plan and you need some help to fix your Retail software. This might be to remove a serial number, reset a password, or to repair a corruption. Whatever the reason, the MYOB Data File Repair Team is here to help.

This support note explains how to get your file to us, and what to do when we send it back. For more information on our data file repair services, including pricing, check our website (Australia | New Zealand).

 

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title1. Contact MYOB to arrange the service
If you're inCall us on
Australia

1300 555 115

New Zealand0508 328 283

When you call us

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we'll explain the process

and provide you with:
  • a username and password which you'll need to upload your file to our secure server
  • the applicable submission form (serial number removal, password reset, or data file repair), and
  • any other information you might need regarding the service

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    We'll then send you an email containing the required submission form which you need to complete and upload with your data file.

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    Before you upload

    You'll need to send us a backup of your company file - NOT the actual company file. To create a backup, go to the File menu and click Back Up. For more information on backing up, see the AccountRight help (Australia | New Zealand).

    To upload files:

    1. Open an internet browser such as Internet Explorer.
    2. Go to the applicable address:

      If you're inGo here
      Australia

      https://datafile.myob.com.au

      New Zealandhttps://ftp.myob.co.nz
    3. At the login window, enter your Username and Password. These details were provided to you by MYOB.
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      Once logged in, you will see two folders:
      • the datafile folder is where you upload your company file
      • the documents folder is where you upload your submission form.
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        Do not upload submission forms to the datafile folder as this will significantly delay the repair process. Also, do not select the checkboxes next to the datafile or documents folder.

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    4. Click the datafile folder (NOT the checkbox). You need to be within the folder to upload your file.
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    5. Click Adding.
    6. Browse to the data file you want to upload. In Windows this will be a ZIP file (as shown in the example below).
    7. Click the file then click Open.
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    8. Click Upload.
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    9. Repeat steps 5 - 7 for additional data files to be uploaded. The uploaded file(s) will appear as shown in the example below.

       

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      Need to remove an uploaded file?

      Tick the checkbox next to the file to be removed then click Delete.

    10. To upload your submission form, click Parent Directory (just above the file(s) you have uploaded), then click the documents folder (NOT the checkbox).
    11. Click Adding and upload your completed submission form the same way you uploaded your data file(s).

    Getting an error when uploading?

    The following error will be encountered if you attempt to upload a file directly to the Parent Directory:

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    To avoid this error, make sure you upload your files to the applicable folders. In other words, upload your data file to the datafile folder, and your submission forms to the documents folder.

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    When all files are uploaded, send a confirmation email to rmdatafiles@myob.com.au to advise the MYOB Data File Repair Team that your file has been uploaded. This confirmation email will determine your place in the repair queue. If we don't receive this email, your request will not be actioned!

    What do I enter in the email SUBJECT?

    • Your Serial Number
    • The service you require, e.g. serial number removal, password reset, or repair
    • The type of service, e.g. Premium or Standard 

    If you're sending a file to be repaired

    In the body of the email please include a description of the problem you're experiencing. Having the steps to replicate the problem will speed up our investigation.

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    Once we've completed your request, we'll send you an email. Once you receive this email follow the steps below to download your data file.

    1. Open an internet browser such as Internet Explorer.
    2. Go to the applicable address:

      If you're inGo here
      Australia

      https://datafile.myob.com.au

      New Zealandhttps://ftp.myob.co.nz
    3. At the login window, enter your Username and Password. These details were provided to you by MYOB.
    4. Click the datafile folder. You should be able to see the updated file as shown in the example below.
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    5. Click the file.
    6. At the prompt, click Save and choose where you want to save the file.
    7. You can now restore the file in your MYOB software. For help with this, see Restoring a repaired RetailManager shopfront .
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    It may take a considerable time to upload or download files depending on the file size, your internet connection speed, and the amount of internet traffic.

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