How to download and install ProSeries as a standalone

This article will help you install ProSeries Professional or ProSeries Basic as a standalone.

Before you start:

• If you need to install the network version of ProSeries Professional, click here.
• If you purchased a new computer and need to transfer files from your prior computer, click here.

Download and install from My Account:

You must be an account administrator to download the program. Click here for more information about role management in My Account.

How to install ProSeries from a DVD or CD:

To install ProSeries software from the ProSeries DVD or CD:

1. Close all open applications and temporarily turn off any virus protection utilities on your computer.
2. Insert the ProSeries DVD or CD into the computer.
   • Windows should automatically start the installer, but if it doesn't:
     1. Go to the Windows taskbar, select Start, and then choose Run.
     2. Type D:\CDSETUP in the Run window and select OK.
3. Select Install ProSeries, and then OK.
4. Review the information on the welcome screen and select Next.
5. Read the software license agreement, and then select I accept the terms of the license agreement and select Next.
6. Select Stand Alone as your installation type, and then select Next.
7. Select Next to accept the default destination.
   • C:\ProWinYY is the ProSeries Professional default destination.
   • C:\BasWinYY is the ProSeries Basic default installation.
8. Select all the products that you plan to use and select Next.
9. Review the list of products that will be installed later and select OK.
10. Review the information. Select Next to continue or Back to change your selections.
11. When the installation process is completed, make sure that the Launch ProSeries box is checked and select Finish.
    • If you don't want to proceed with the setup at this time, uncheck the Launch ProSeries checkbox and select Finish.
12. ProSeries will now license your program and import your firm's information. When the tasks are complete, select Next to continue.
13. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup process.
14. After installing your ProSeries tax software, turn on your virus protection software again.