Fix QuickBooks Error 1606 - Could Not Access Network Location

 If you are troubled by the QuickBooks Error 1606, then we recommend you to go through this piece of writing in order to get this technical issue resolved from your system. 

QuickBooks Error 1606 refers to several issues within the QuickBooks installation files. It may also occur due to certain problems within your Windows user account or the important files within the Windows registry. The QuickBooks Desktop software is quite vulnerable to this technical error as a small aberration in the Registry or setup file can instigate this error code. However, fixation of QuickBooks Error 1606 quite easy if you stay glued to this article.

 

What leads to QuickBooks Installation Error 1606?

The following are typical reasons that may result in QuickBooks Error 1606:

•           A corrupted Windows user profile may lead to Error 1606.

•           An incomplete or corrupted installation of QuickBooks Desktop may also evoke this error. This erroneous installation may be caused by the use of a scratched QuickBooks installation DVD

•           Broken Windows registry files may also embolden this error code in QuickBooks.

•           Deletion of some important QuickBooks files may also contribute to this issue.

 

Easy ways for fixation of QuickBooks Error 1606

The easy and best methods for troubleshooting QuickBooks code 1606 are listed below. Before embarking on these methods, make sure to temporarily disable your Windows Firewall and antivirus, as they may cause impedance in the troubleshooting process.

Method 1: Reinstalling the update upon logging in as an administrator

It is advisable to log in as an admin and then reinstall your QuickBooks updates once again. The procedure is quite easy, and all you need to do is follow the steps depicted below:

•           The inceptive step requires a restart of your computer system.

•           Use your admin credentials to log in to the system upon restarting.

•           Now, try installing the QuickBooks accounting software once again.

•           If the error still pops up, you should resort to the subsequent method, which involves the reinstallation of QuickBooks in the Safe Mode.

 

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Method 2: Get QuickBooks reinstalled in the Selective Startup Mode

Making use of the selective startup mode while installing QuickBooks is an effective approach towards the fixation of QuickBooks error 1606. This mode is recommended because while this is in operation, most of the conflicting applications in the background are turned off.

•           Initially, you need to navigate to the "Run" command from the start menu

•           When the run window is open, you should type in "MSConfig," and after that, click on OK.

•           Within the system configuration window, advance to the "General" tab and then opt for "Selective startup."

•           After that, opt for "Load system" services.

•           In the "Services" page, tick the "Hide all Microsoft services" box.

•           Opt for "Window Installer" from the list of services, and then tap on "OK."

•           Final step requires you to choose "Restart."

•           Now, download the QuickBooks.exe file from the official website of Intuit.

•           Then, start the installation process by double-clicking on "QuickBooks.exe."

•           Follow the on-screen instructions and accept the license agreement.

•           After inputting the product and license keys, you need to hit on "Next."

•           Having successfully performed all the steps given above, you need to reset the startup mode to normal mode. For this, implement the below-given directions:

•           Hitting on the Windows + R keyboard keys will display the Run window.

•           In the window, you are required to enter "MSConfig" and then click on "OK."

•           Now, opt for Normal startup mode on the General tab.

•           Finally, tap on "OK" in the System Configuration window, and then choose "Restart."

 

Method 3: Logging out of parallels & signing in again can fix QuickBooks Error 1606.

If you're using QuickBooks Desktop in Parallels on Windows 7, then it is advisable that you log out from them by performing the simple steps given below:

•           Initial step is to Sign your name first in the parallel window.

•           Now, opt for "Shared Folders," which will be available under "Devices."

•           Next step is to pick the "Disconnect All" option.

•           Restarting your Computer is the next step. Then try QuickBooks installation once again.

 

Method 4: Installing QuickBooks as new Windows Admin

•           This method requires you to set up a new Windows user account with admin rights.

•           You must then restart Windows and log in with your most recent account.

•           The steps to be followed hereafter are different for different operating systems. We have enumerated the steps for different O/S below.

 

For Windows 10 O/S:

•           Choose "Settings" from the "Start" menu.

•           Following that, tap on "family and other users" within "accounts."

•           Subsequently, in the "User" column, choose the option of adding someone else to this Computer.

•           Also, opt for "I don't know this person's sign-in information" and choose the option to add a user without a Microsoft account.

•           Now, enter the correct password and user-name.

•           After choosing an account, tap on "Finish."

•           Finally, opt for Administrator from the account type drop-down menu and conclude by hitting on "OK."

 

For Windows 7 and 8:

•           Click the "start" button on Windows.

•           In the box labeled "Search programs," you are supposed to type "User Accounts."

•           Now, open "User Accounts."

•           Within user Accounts, opt for the "Manage Account" option and then "Create a new account."

•           Now, name this new account, and choose "Administrator," followed by "details."

•           The concluding step is to launch the QuickBooks and then inspect whether the QuickBooks Error 1606 got stemmed out.

 

Our thorough discussion on QuickBooks error 1606 is now complete. Hopefully, the methods mentioned herein should have been valuable when it comes to the fixation of QuickBooks Error 1606. You can contact our 24/7 QuickBooks error support team via our helpline i.e., 1-800-761-1787 for redressal of any related queries.