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4.114. How do I move EstiMate from one computer to the other?

How do I move EstiMate from one computer to the other?

Here are the steps:

1. On the original machine, backup your data. To backup your data,

1a. Click Management > backup-restore data files.
1b. Click the backup button.
1c. Choose a location to save the file.
1d. Name the file and click save.

The choice of media to save it on is up to you: CD, Removable Media, external drive or other.

Tip: If backing up to a floppy disk, consider making a duplicate backup on a 2nd floppy disk due to the fragile nature of floppy discs.

2. Install EstiMate on the new machine.
3. Launch the software and make a note of the ISN that appears on the security monitor screen. (If you do not see the ISN, Click the 'Unlock My Features' button to view it on the next screen).

4. Contact technical support for a new key and the lock/unlock procedure. 828-350-7683x115. or support@pricingmadeeasy.com

5. Restore your data on the new computer. Restoration instructions:

5a.On EstiMate's main screen click management>backup/restore.
5b.Click the restore tab on the Backup/Restore Data files screen and then click the restore button on the upper right. An open screen will come up.
5c. Find the backup file. (if backed up on floppy point the 'look in' dropdown box to the '3 1/2 Floppy A:' selection)
5d. Click the open button to restore your data from the backup. NOTE: this will overwrite any data files your are currently using.