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Upgrade the database

The Database upgrade dialog is displayed the first time you start the Manager module, if the database needs to be upgraded.

  1. Click the link in step 1 in the dialog, and read the information.
  2. Essential: Back up the database.
  3. Select The tasks above have been completed.
  4. Click Start. You will be able to see the progress. When the database upgrade is complete, you can click View log file to view the results.
    Note The time it takes to upgrade the database can vary greatly. It can take a few minutes, or even several hours, depending on the size of your database.

    If you need more information about installing or upgrading Kofax ReadSoft Invoices, please refer to the Kofax ReadSoft Invoices Installation Guide. To access this document, use Windows Explorer to look in the Documentation folder in the installation package. The file name is Readsoft_Invoices_Installation_Guide.pdf.