How to Fix QuickBooks Error 1327: The Drive is Invalid

Have you bumped into the QuickBooks error code 1327? Are you not being able to fix it? Do not worry, for it can be fixed.

In general, the QuickBooks error code can be a complicated and tricky QuickBooks problem. That is why everything will be covered in this article starting from its definition, the factors causing it, the symptoms and the troubleshooting steps.

If you wish to learn more about this error and want to explore the suggestions related to it, continue reading the article.

What is QuickBooks Error 1327?

In simple terms, QuickBooks error code 1327 is nothing but an installation problem. It usually occurs when you attempt the installation of the QuickBooks accounting software into the computer system.

When the installation media is inserted and attempt the installing process, then an error box comes up. It includes a warning message, which says, “The drive is invalid”. In some cases, the warning message is Invalid Drive Letter.

Although it should be taken into consideration that the components and programs that are installed in the system in different places are known as drives. In the Windows operating system, all the system folders and files are generally saved in the C drive. It is possible to locate the list of drives that are present on the system by simply looking in My Computer option.

Generally speaking, drives are considered as the partitions of the memory of the computer. It is similar to separating the room or house space. This type of error usually arises when the drive is not responding in the appropriate manner.

What are the Causes Behind the QuickBooks Error 1327?

There can be many reasons behind the occurrence of the QuickBooks error 1327. Here is a quick overview of such reasons:

• This error can arise if a particular registry key has an incorrect incentive in a given data field.
• The user has edited the drive letter of the hard circle where the working framework is carried on.
• The computer system is showing a temp drive in a wrong manner.
• The DVD-ROM or CD-ROM drive letter has been edited after the introduction.

What are the Symptoms of the QuickBooks Error 1327?

The symptoms of QuickBooks error 1327 change as per the errors experienced by a user like updates, Company Files, installation, etc.

Here is a quick overview of the symptoms of QuickBooks error 1327:

• The Windows operating system is not responding.
• The QuickBooks program got crashed or frozen.
• The QuickBooks Desktop is Frozen and not responding.
• The instructions given from the keyboard and the mouse is not very slow.
• The Windows operating system is crashed.

How to Fix QuickBooks Error 1327: The Drive is Invalid

Here are the lists of the number of solutions for the QuickBooks error 1327:

Troubleshooting 1: Install When not Connected with the Network

Windows 10

Step 1: Press the particular Windows+R on the given keyboard and then open the particular Run window.

Step 2: Press the Control Panel. Now press OK.

Step 3: In the drop-down arrow, Press View by and choose Small icons.

Step 4: Now open the particular Network and Sharing Center.

Step 5: On the left side of the pane, Select Change Adapter Settings.

Step 6: Now press right-click on every adapter that is listed. Press on Disable where is available.

Step 7: You may get messages like The Connection is Lost. Make sure you do not reconnect with your network.

Step 8: Now leave the Window open. When the given connections are Shut Down, install QuickBooks once more.

Step 9: When the installation is complete, get back to the Network Connections window. Now Activate Your Network connections.

Windows 7 and Windows 8

Step 1: On the given Windows Start button, choose the particular Control Panel.

Step 2: In the drop-down of View by, Choose Small Icons.

Step 3: Open the Network and Sharing centre option.

Step 4: On the left side, Press Change Adapter Settings.

Step 5: Press right-click on Every Adapter that is listed. Press Disable wherever there is any opportunity.

Step 6: The Connection has Been Lost message appears. Make sure you do not Reconnect the Network after getting this message.

Step 7: Leave Window open. When all the Connections have Stopped Working, Try Installing QuickBooks Desktop again.

Step 8: Navigate to the Network Connections screen. After the installation is complete, You must enable the network connections.

Troubleshooting 2: Build a New Windows user, and then use it to Install

Windows 10

Step 1: Choose the Start button. Now choose Settings.

Step 2: Press on Accounts. Now select Family and others.

Step 3: Press on Add Someone else on this system.

Step 4: You need to Add a Name, Password, Hint, etc.

Windows 7 and Windows 8

Step 1: Press the Start button. Choose the Control Panel.

Step 2: Choose User Accounts. Now press on Manage Other accounts.

Step 3: You need to make a New Account.

Step 4: Add a Name and Press on Administrator.

Step 5: Press Create Account and now Start Your Computer again.

Step 6: Now, Log in with the new Administrator account.

Step 7: Now you Install and then Uninstall again.

Troubleshooting 3: Assign the Drive Letter again

Windows 2000

Step 1: Press Start. Then press on Settings.

Step 2: Select the Control Panel. Press the Administrator tool two times. After that press on Computer Management.

Step 3: Now press Right-Click on the CD Rom Drive or the Hard Drive you wish to edit the letter of.

Step 4: Select the Change Drive Letter.

Step 5: Press Edit and then select the Drive Letter that is original.

Step 6: Press on OK.

Troubleshooting 4: Disengaging the Network drive

Step 1: Press Start. Now press on Programs and then the Internet Explorer.

Step 2: Press Tools. Now in Internet Explorer, You need to press on Disconnect Network Drive.

Step 3: Choose the Network Drive and press OK where the particular shell folder is placed.

Step 4: Press Map Network Drive on the given Tools menu.

Step 5: Press on OK on the given shell folder Uncheck Reconnect.

Step 6: Start the Windows again. Now Install the Applications.

The solutions discussed above will definitely help you in fixing the QuickBooks Error 1327. All you need to do is follow the steps in the given order.

However, if none of the solutions works for you and the issue persists, then it would be better if you can get in touch with a QuickBooks professional like us.

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