how to Open 2 copies of QB at once ??

You probably can do it with 2 separate installs of QB (in different folders).

No, that will not work.

There are a few alternatives:

- 2 computers.

- multiple partitions running separate operating systems.

- different versions of QuickBooks. The Canadian editions of QB2004 and 2005 are file-compatible, but I don't know whether this applies to other countries; otherwise, you would need to consistently open each company in a specific version.

I would suggest not doing it on the same computer.

If you must use both files have one on a desktop computer, have the second open on a second desktop or a second laptop.

I've never tried having two versions installed, you may run the risk of corrupting one/both files, crashing one/both files, or crashing windows.

BTW, I tried it accidently one time when I forgot it was open, it won't allow it on the same desktop.

Run Quickbooks on a Windows 2003 Terminal Server and connect two seperate client sessions simultaneously from the client computer (your workstation).

Mike Schumann

I don't think you can unless they're different versions. Windows would see the version .exe running and not launch another instance of the program.

Its fine to have separate versions installed as long as they are installed in their own unique folders on the hard drive. I have 4 versions installed and I know a great many accounting practices must do this as well. I often have QB 2005, 2004 & 2003 open at the same time.

I was being to worry that something happened to you, We havn't had one of your questions in almost a week.

Merge both companies into one, or start to trust your own observations and stop depending on others so much.

Mike, what are the chances "QB Basic, I have lots of questions, Will", will run out and make the required investment you propose?

Good point. That's why I said *probably* cuz I could not remember if it was possible or not.