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How To Solve Unable to Start Intuit Update Service Error after latest update?
I'm encountering the 'Unable to Start Intuit Update Service' error. How can I resolve this issue quickly?
- AaronMiles478Copper Contributor
Intuit Update Service failing to start? Ensure proper permissions for Intuit folders. Check antivirus/firewall settings for conflicts. Restart system and try again. If issue persists, reinstall seek assistance from Intuit support for comprehensive troubleshooting and resolution of the problem.
- jocib10071Copper Contributor
hi jameshardy478outlook ,
To resolve the "Unable to Start Intuit Update Service" error after a recent update, follow these steps:
Restart your computer: Sometimes, a simple restart can resolve service startup issues.
Run Quick_Books as Administrator: Right-click the Quick_Books icon and select "Run as administrator" to ensure it has necessary permissions.
Verify Intuit Update Service is running:
- Press Win + R, type services.msc, and hit Enter.
- Locate Intuit Update Service in the list.
- Right-click and select Start if it's not already running. You can also set it to Automatic startup type.
Update Quick_Books: Ensure you have the latest updates installed. Sometimes, a newer update can fix service startup problems.
Check for antivirus/firewall interference: Temporarily disable antivirus or firewall software to see if they are blocking Intuit Update Service.
Reinstall Quick_Books: If the issue persists, consider reinstalling Quick_Books to repair any corrupted files.
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "Unable to Start Intuit Update Service" error effectively.