Transferring Payroll Manager using a backup file

1. First, take a backup of your payroll data from your existing Thesaurus software on to a USB key or to a directory/ file server that is shared with the new PC. This can be done by going to File > Backup Data Files:

2. Next, download and install Payroll Manager on to the new PC. The current year's software can be downloaded from http://www.thesaurus.ie/DownloadPayrollManager.aspx and by choosing the appropriate version of the software you require:

(Should you require a previous year's version of Payroll Manager, please find below download links for previous years)

3. Once downloaded, open the software on your new PC and you will be prompted with the following window. Click ‘OK’ to close this window.

4. Next go to File > Restore Data files:

• Please note if you backed up to a USB key, ensure this is inserted into your PC before accessing this screen.
• There is also no need to add in the company manually under ‘Add New Company’.

5. Browse to the location of where your backup is located. Your company name will appear in the right hand box:

6. Highlight the company name and click “Restore”. Click ‘OK’ when successfully restored.

7. Finally, enter your password at the prompt. You are now ready to continue your payroll on the new PC.

 

Previous Years' Versions

If you need to move a previous year's version of  Thesaurus Payroll Manager, the previous years are available to download from the website.  To download, go to www.thesaurus.ie > select "download" under Thesaurus Payroll Manager > scroll to the bottom > select the relevant version i.e. Standard/Bureau for the required year