Updates

Before you begin, be sure the update you're about to install is meant for you! The instructions that accompany the update indicate which version of MYOB BusinessBasics you must be using in order to install the update. If you are using an older version of MYOB software, don't install the update, since it could cause your copy of the software to be unusable.

Note: How to learn which version of MYOB software you're using To learn which version of MYOB software you're using, open your company file and then select About MYOB from the Help menu.

You must close all Microsoft Office applications before installing the update! The update cannot be installed properly and your MYOB software may be damaged if you attempt to install while Word or Excel is running.

We strongly recommend that you make two backup copies of your BusinessBasics company file(s) before you install an update. (Two copies provide a safeguard against diskette failure or damage if one backup becomes unusable, you still can use the second one to complete your task.) Although it's extremely unlikely that any problems will arise during the installation of an update, it's very important that you safeguard against even the most unlikely of problems, since your company files are a valuable business asset that cannot be replaced easily. If you're using diskettes or other removable media to make your backups, be sure to use a utility program to ensure that the diskettes you're using are not defective or damaged. Refer to the documentation that came with your computer to learn about the disk verification utilities that may have been installed by the computer's manufacturer.

For information about reinstalling your MYOB software, see To reinstall MYOB BusinessBasics.