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Remember, you don't need to upgrade every time AccountRight changes.When you install future AccountRight updates, your file will update automatically.
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Upgrading from AccountRight Classic (v19 or earlier?) There are some things you should know before you start.

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Using AccountRight 2011, or later? You don't need to upgrade your company file. This is done automatically when you open it.

For everyone upgrading...

You'll need Windows Administrator access. If the
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This information is intended for AccountRight v19 (or earlier) users moving to the new AccountRight. If you're already using the new AccountRight and need to update your software, or upgrade a file that's already online, see Getting the latest version.

Not sure which AccountRight version you're using? Open AccountRight, go to Help and choose About AccountRight.

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You need an AccountRight subscription to upgrade

If you don't have a subscription, you'll need one before you can upgrade. Subscribe now.

If you're already have a subscription and want to know how many files you can put online, see here.

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Check the following features

Take note if you use these features in your Classic AccountRight (v19 or earlier) software:

  • Negative inventory -  this isn't supported in the latest version of AccountRight—inventory items can't have a negative quantity or value. But if you adjust your inventory quantities and values to zero or greater (in each location, if you use multiple inventory locations), you can turn off negative inventory and it won't prevent you from upgrading.

  • Add-ons that require ODBC. Are your add-ons compatible? Check the add-on centre (Australia | New Zealand) or contact the add-on provider to check if the add-on can work with the new AccountRight.

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Upgrading a FirstAccounts company file

FirstAccounts is a very old product so you'll first need to upgrade to AccountRight v19, then you'll be able to upgrade to the new AccountRight. For all the details, see Upgrading FirstAccounts to AccountRight v19.

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your computer can run the new AccountRight

Check the full system requirements.

the size of your file is 300MB or moreIf your file is 300MB or more in size, you should prepare your company file for the new AccountRight . This can help the upgrade complete faster and smoother.
the file you want to upgrade is located in a C:\Program Files subfolder
, you’ll
You’ll need to log on to your computer as an administrator before you can upgrade it.
Your customised reports won't be upgraded. If
For tips on how to find the file you want to upgrade, see How to find your file.
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You'll need to recreate them in the new software version.

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 The good news is we've

significantly improved the reports customisation tools in AccountRight, making this task a lot easier.
  • Your customer credit card details won't be brought into your upgraded file. To comply with PCI Data Security Standards, you'll only be able to view the last four digits of any credit card numbers in your upgraded file, and card expiry dates won't be retained.
  • Additionally, if you're manually upgrading your file yourself (without putting it online)...

    • Large company files (100MB or more) will need some extra attention. If your file fits the bill, there are some things you should do in your Classic AccountRight software first.
    • Graphics on your cards or items will need to be saved in the right place. Pictures must be saved in a subfolder called Graphics, which is in the same location as the file you're upgrading. For example, if the file you're upgrading is located at C:\Plus19, make sure the pictures are in C:\Plus19\Graphics. If they're not in this folder when you upgrade, you'll need to manually add them to your upgraded file. Also, images over 200KB in size can't be imported.

    And after you've upgraded...

    There may be a few more things you need to do, depending on the features you use. Don’t stress though, you only need to do them once. After you've upgraded, head over to Additional upgrade tasks.

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    made customising reports easier. See Customising reports.

    Your customised forms can be migrated into the new AccountRight after the upgrade - so you won't need to customise them again.

    you can find the file you want to upgrade.See Find the file you want to upgrade for tips.

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    If you upgradeonline, you still get to choose how you work day to day. You can either:

    • work online, so you can work with others on your company file. For example, your accountant can log on and run reports without interrupting your work.
    • work offline (check out your file) so you can keep working if you won't have access to the internet for a while. Or, you might prefer to work offline and go back online only when you want your accountant to access your file. AccountRight gives you that flexibility. 

    Switching between working online and offline is pretty easy:

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    But if you really can't or don't want to work online at all, you can upgrade your file without putting it online.

    If you:

    • don't want online access
    • don't have an internet connection, or it's very slow
    • don't have a subscription for an online file
    • or if you operate on a network

    you can upgrade the file without putting it online — but this means you won't have access to key features. You can still put your company file online later if you change your mind.

    What's different in the new AccountRight?

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    Ready to upgrade?

    You can send your company file to us and we'll do the upgrade for you.

    See Upgrade to the new AccountRight.

    After you've upgraded

    After you open your upgraded company file, you may need to set up a few features again, depending on what features you use. See Complete your upgrade tasks for all the details.

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    Upgrade to the new AccountRight

    Upgrade a Premier multi-currency company file

    Upgrade without putting your company file online

    Additional upgrade Reducing the size of your file before upgrading

    How many files you can put online

    Try AccountRight before you upgrade your file

    Complete your upgrade tasks

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