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Solution ID:
200722102558654
Last Modified Date:
Thu Aug 13 06:55:39 UTC 2026
Taxonomy Path:
Case category//How do I...//backups/file maintenance
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Restore a data from a company backup using Winzip
Description

The restore process using Winzip (or similar applications) replaces the existing data in the folder. This reverts the company back to when you created the backup.

To restore a backup to view information only for previous periods information, rather extract the data to a copy system.

CAUTION:

Before you extract a backup, confirm the version of the data. You can install backups of the same or older releases in the system folder. When installing an older version, the backup data cannot be older than one version below the current release.

Cause
Resolution
  1. Before restoring data, confirm no one else is accessing the system.
  2. Locate your data backup you want to restore.
  3. Confirm the location of the payroll application folder to restore to.
    You can locate your payroll system directory reviewing the properties of the desktop icon.
  4. Right-click on the backup filename, then select Open with.
  5. Select Winzip.
  6. Select Unzip.
  7. Browse to the payroll folder location.
  8. Select Unzip.
  9. Select Yes to replace all the files in the destination folder.
    Allow the process to complete.
  10. Access the payroll application.
    You'll receive a warning if the system can't acces the data due to version-related issues.
  11. Review the company dates on the Company Listing screen.
  12. Access the company to confirm.

NOTE:

If you can't see the company on the Company Listing screen, you'll need to import and add the company.

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