How to update Sage 50

There are three ways to update Sage 50 Accounting: In-product updates, manual download, and using a CD to update the program.

In-Product Update

1. Open the company file. If you can't open your company file, open Sage 50 and select Open a sample company.
   • See more on how to open the sample company.
2. Go to Help, Check for Product Updates.
3. Click Install Now.
4. Close Sage 50 to start the installation process.
5. When the installation is complete, you’ll see "Installation Successful".
6. Leave the default checkmark in the box to Open Sage 50.
7. Click Finish.
8. When you attempt to open the company file, it will prompt you with the Upgrade Company wizard.
9. Follow the prompts to upgrade your company.

Manual download from the website

1. Download the update from the download portal. 
2. Install the update.

 NOTE: After you've updated a shared file on Remote Data Access, other users won't be able to open it until they install the update. In this case, users will need to open the sample company and install the update manually.

Install the update from a CD

1. Receiving a CD requires a chargeable shipping subscription. Contact Sales at 1-888-222-8985 to sign up.
2. Close Sage 50.
3. Insert the CD of the latest Sage 50 program into your CD drive.
4. Follow the prompts to install.

 NOTE: To subscribe or update your subscription, call 1-888-261-9610.