QuickBooks Desktop comes in different versions to assume compatibility with various operating systems. QuickBooks for Mac is a specific version of QuickBooks which is compatible with Apple operating system. It is only specific to Mac and is not supported by Windows and other operating systems. This version of the accounting program was released to cater to the needs of an astonishing number of Apple users in small and medium businesses. Through this article, users shall get equipped with the different steps to Install and Set up QuickBooks desktop for Mac. Keep reading ahead!
Users need to adhere to the below-given walkthrough in order to install a compatible version of QuickBooks for Mac on their systems.
Step 1: Check Minimum System Requirements
Before embarking on the installation process, it is a necessary prerequisite to check for the minimum system requirements needed for seamless functioning of QuickBooks Desktop for Mac.
- For QuickBooks for Mac 2016 R5 or earlier: Mac OS 10.10.2 (Yosemite), macOS 10.11 (El Capitan)
- For QuickBooks for Mac 2016 R6 and later: Mac OS 10.11 (El Capitan) and macOS 10.12 (Sierra)
- Intel processor, Core 2 Duo or higher
- Multi-User Server: Intel Core 2 Duo or higher
- RAM requirement: 2 GB RAM
- Disk space requirement: 250 MB of available disk space
- CD/DVD drive for software installation
- Printer: 100% Macintosh-compatible printer (if printing invoices, checks, etc.)
- Checks: Required to print checks
Step 2: Acquire the Product License and Serial Number
The user needs to ensure that he has all the important product related credentials, especially the license and the product keys available at his/her disposal. These credentials can be found in the confirmation email sent by Intuit, or the documentation acquired while purchasing QuickBooks Desktop for Mac.
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