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kevin Jun 26 '19



Below is a list of troubleshooting steps to resolve your  QuickBooks Error 2908

 problems. These troubleshooting steps get progressively more challenging and time consuming, therefore we strongly recommend attempting them in ascending order in order to prevent unnecessary time and effort.


Repair Registry Entries Associated with Error 2908


Manually editing the Windows registry to remove invalid Error 2908 keys is certainly not recommended unless you're PC service professional. Incorrectly editing your registry can stop your PC from functioning and create irreversible damage to your operating system. In reality, one misplaced comma can possibly prevent your PC from booting entirely!


As a result of this risk, we strongly recommend using a dependable registry cleaner such as Reimage [download] (manufactured by Microsoft Gold Certified Partner) to scan and repair any Error 2908 related registry problems. Using a registry cleaner [download] automates the procedure of finding invalid registry entries, missing file references (just like the one causing your 2908 error), and broken links inside the registry. A backup is automatically created before each scan, with the ability to undo any alterations in a single click, protecting you resistant to the probability of PC damage. The good thing is the fact that repairing registry errors [download] can also dramatically improve system speed and performance.

To manually repair your Windows registry, first you ought to create a backup by exporting a portion associated with the registry pertaining to Error 2908 (eg. QuickBooks):


Click on the Start button.

Type “command” in the search box… DO NOT hit ENTER yet!

While holding CTRL-Shift on your own keyboard, hit ENTER.

You're going to be prompted with a permission dialog box.

Click Yes.

A black box will open with a blinking cursor.

Type “regedit” and hit ENTER.

Within the Registry Editor, choose the Error 2908-related key (eg. QuickBooks) you wish to back up.

From the File menu, choose Export.

When you look at the Save In list, select the folder where you want to save the QuickBooks backup key.

Into the File Name box, type a name for your backup file, such as “QuickBooks Backup”.

In the Export Range box, make sure “Selected branch” is selected.

Click Save.

The file is then saved with a .reg file extension.

You now have a backup of your QuickBooks-related registry entry.

The following steps in manually editing your registry won't be discussed in this essay because of the high chance of damaging your system. If you wish for more information on manual registry editing, please see the links below.


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