Windows 8.1 not supported

Forum|Forum|3 years ago
October 20, 2022
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I have a perfectly functional PC with plenty of memory that meets all minimum requirements for Pro Series Pro, except I am running Windows 8.1. Noticed 2022 requires Windows 10 or more, which forces me to purchase new hardware or upgrade operating system. Does anyone know what happens if I do NOT upgrade to W10 or W11? Will it not work at all, or will I lose support from Intuit? Thanks.

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Best answer by sjrcpa

You need it for security reasons. Win 8.1 is not supported by Microsoft any more/won't be after Jan 2023.

With all the cyber attacks, I think you could be accused of negligence/malpractice if you don't upgrade.

I don't think using unsupported software meets the IRS WISP standard either.

How old is that computer? You'll be pleased with the speed of your new computer.

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ANON1Author

Level 3

Hate being forced into purchasing a computer I do not otherwise need. Thanks for any guidance you can provide.

sjrcpaAnswer

Level 15

You need it for security reasons. Win 8.1 is not supported by Microsoft any more/won't be after Jan 2023.

With all the cyber attacks, I think you could be accused of negligence/malpractice if you don't upgrade.

I don't think using unsupported software meets the IRS WISP standard either.

How old is that computer? You'll be pleased with the speed of your new computer.

The more I know the more I don’t know.

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ANON1Author

Level 3

Retiring after this season, and handling a fraction of returns of what I use to (and of course Intuit will not let me purchase reduced software package available to new clients). Old machine but plenty of memory, no speed issues, and top notch security/anti-virus package, so frustrating to forced into this. Realize its MS caused and you make good point about the IRS WISP. Thanks for your response. Might just upgrade to 10 as it seems my machine has all the prerequisites, but involves a clean install and those risks.

sjrcpa

Level 15

https://proconnect.intuit.com/community/proseries-tax-news-updates/discussion/proseries-2022-windows-8-1-system-requirements/00/233706

The more I know the more I don’t know.

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