About this tag
Discussions on WindowsForum.com about TurboTax cover installation errors, launch failures, and permission issues on various Windows versions. Common problems include error codes 2908 and 1326 during installation, TurboTax failing to launch after installation, and admin privilege restrictions when modifying TurboTax folders in Windows 7. Users also share experiences with the TurboTax app for Windows 10, including features like document upload and autofill. Troubleshooting tips involve running the installer as administrator, taking ownership of files, and ensuring the latest Windows updates and .NET Framework are installed. The tag reflects real-world challenges and solutions for running TurboTax on Windows systems.
  1. R

    Windows installation error.

    I am attempting to install TurboTax2021 on my Dell XPS8900 SSD drive. I first tried to install from the CD and then from the downloaded software which TurboTax suggested I download, and both times I get a message saying "The installer has encountered an unexpected error installing this package...
    • Ron Leinweber
    • Thread
    • advice code 2908 dell download error installation net framework package software ssd support system file checker troubleshooting turbotax unexpected update user help windows xps8900
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Software
  2. B

    Windows 7 TurboTax Won't Launch

    I installed TurboTax using a cd - it installed okay, but when I tried to launch I got this message: Link Removed I connected with TurboTax support and they walked me through downloading the software from their website. Again when I tried to launch, I got the same message. I then installed the...
    • bluetiger1941
    • Thread
    • cd installation computer issues error message installation launch software support taxes troubleshooting turbotax windows vista
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  3. N

    Windows 7 Admin Privileges - Windows 7

    On my new Windows 7 - 64 bit computer, occasionally the system would ask me if I wanted the Admin Privileges needed to perform some task I was trying, I'd say Yes, & life was good. But today I wanted to create a new folder in c/program files (x86)/turbotax, & the system said i could only create...
    • nwcajun
    • Thread
    • 64-bit access admin rights automatic updates customization file management financial software folder creation installation issues novice permissions tech support turbotax tweaks user folder windows 7 workaround
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  4. M

    Windows 7 Need help with error 1326 when installing software

    I am getting this when trying to install a program: Microsoft Installer Error: 1326 It has to do with having permission to create a file. I can't find any help on getting around it. I have taken ownership of files and folders. I am running as administrator. I have run the install as...
    • mnmtnman
    • Thread
    • admin rights antivirus error 1326 file ownership installation issues installer permissions software installation troubleshooting turbotax
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  5. J

    Windows 7 Win7: Files did not transfer from win.old.

    So I used the Vista "Easy Transfer" for a clean Win7 install and worked, but alot of the files did not make it to Win7. Files like Turbo Tax and Webroot AntiSpyware are still in Window.old. How do I bring the those programs to operate on Win 7. The transfer is form Vista 64 bit to Win7 64...
    • JamieQ
    • Thread
    • 64-bit data recovery file transfer installation software compatibility transfer turbotax webroot windows 7 windows vista
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support