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Level 1
posted Nov 26, 2021 1:20:07 PM

My Turbo Tax CD for 2021 will not complete the installation, how do I fix that?

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21 Replies
Level 8
Nov 26, 2021 1:41:48 PM

It is possible that there is a problem with the CD.  Contact whoever you purchased the CD from for a replacement CD or download.

Level 1
Nov 26, 2021 2:32:52 PM

I fixed this using my Advanced Tech Support Almost-Never-Fails Method:  Turn the computer off and turn it back on.  Installed.

New Member
Jan 22, 2022 10:35:58 PM

install my turbotax home & business for tax year 2021

 

Intuit Alumni
Jan 23, 2022 7:19:43 AM

@aisha1976 Here is a resource to assist with installing TurboTax software for Windows:  How to install TurboTax on Windows.  The following Help Article can help if you have a Mac:  How do I install the TurboTax software for Mac?

 

If there is a particular issue you need help with, you're welcome to reply here and we can further assist you.

New Member
Jan 29, 2022 2:20:45 PM

I installed the turbo tax CD. When I try to update 2021 figures I click on update and all I get is a blank white screen. Never had this issue in previous years. At the bottom left of the page shows no form.  How do I fix this?

Level 15
Jan 29, 2022 2:26:51 PM
New Member
Feb 28, 2022 1:34:10 PM

I just placed my 2021 Turbo Tax disk (front facing me) and it did not run automatically. what can I do to install it

Intuit Alumni
Feb 28, 2022 4:17:46 PM

May I ask if you're using a Windows PC or Mac? Also, may I have the version of Windows you're using or MacOS?

Level 15
Feb 28, 2022 5:55:59 PM

@bernashvj912   Do you have Windows 10? If you have Windows 10 and the CD won't load see
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/bugs-and-error-messages/help/nothing-happens-when-i-insert-the-cd-on-windows-10/00/26721

 

Or actually the best way to install it is by downloading the program.   See How to download Turbo Tax instead of using the CD
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/installing/help/i-bought-the-cd-but-my-computer-doesn-t-have-a-cd-drive/01/26450

Level 15
Feb 28, 2022 6:02:48 PM

And check out this Help Article.  It has a picture.  How to install TurboTax CD/Download software with license code
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/tax-topics/help/activating-turbotax-cd-download-software/00/852971

 

Returning Member
Mar 13, 2022 4:40:38 PM

I cant install from my costco  turbotax Deluxe c.d.

Intuit Alumni
Mar 13, 2022 4:54:19 PM

Have you tried our FAQ with instructions on how to install your Turbo Tax CD? If you are having a specific issue you need assistance with, please provide us with additional information so we can better assist you here.

 

@swopeboy

New Member
Mar 23, 2022 12:22:44 PM

I have a Windows 10 laptop. Trying to install TurboTax Premier for 2021. It goes part of the way, then stops with a message that it cannot read this file: "C:\Users\Neil\AppData\Local\Downloaded Installations\{4DE395EC-6F33-446B-B59A-55B7ED1A2DC6}\TurboTax 2021.msi. Please make sure the file exits and you can access it."

The file exists and seems fine, but it hangs at this point in the install process. I've tried dozens of times. AV is off, I'm running the install program as administrator. Help!

Intuit Alumni
Mar 23, 2022 2:34:40 PM

Please see the below TurboTax Help Article for assistance with troubleshooting your installation issue.

Troubleshoot installation and running TurboTax for Windows
If you continue to experience issues with installation, please reach out to TurboTax Customer Support for assistance.

What is the TurboTax phone number?

@Neil Heath

 

New Member
Mar 31, 2022 7:43:23 PM

Using Turbotax Premier I could not enter SSA data using step-by-step. I followed a user's  hint and entered directly to form. Not till wasting a lot of time trying to solve MY hardware/software(?) problem. 

Intuit Alumni
Apr 1, 2022 5:03:23 PM

Is there an error message?

 

Where do I enter an SSA-1099, SSA-1099-SM, or SSA-1099-R-OP1?
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/entering-importing/help/where-do-i-enter-an-ssa-1099-ssa-1099-sm-or-ssa-1099-r-op1/00/26527

@RayD1

Returning Member
Apr 6, 2022 3:25:08 PM

I purchased a 2021 Turbotax CD Premier from Amazon. As I attempted to install it, it refused because of  a missing file from Data1.cab:  _fdp.2_ws_f0122f_sfdptt_idf_smrof    I understand that this is an installation file. I tried with the CD again, I seemed to get the proper Turbotax program and I could enter all my data. However, as I attempted to upload your federal upgrades, I got again the same message. I attempted the reload for the third time the CD, I chose the repair option and I got once again the same message mentioned above, although I already had  a filled 2021 return in my computer. Now the regular Turbotax text has reappeared as completed as before, but I fear that it may refuse to file my return. What do I do?  I hope, you don't ask me to start from the beginning

Intuit Alumni
Apr 7, 2022 12:35:32 PM

Please follow the instructions here to manually update your software. 

 

Please let us know if you need further assistance. @Joanot

New Member
Apr 29, 2022 8:49:21 AM

I bought my CD and I can't it to download tried several times

New Member
Feb 9, 2023 6:11:10 PM

I have a chrome book and I can not down load my desk?  What am I doing incorrectly?

Level 15
Feb 9, 2023 6:17:00 PM

You can't install the Desktop CD/Download program on a Chromebook.  You need a full Windows or Mac computer.

 

Window System Requirements

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/system-requirements/help/minimum-system-requirements-for-turbotax-windows-software/00/26175

 

Mac System Requirements

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/system-requirements/help/minimum-system-requirements-for-turbotax-mac-software/00/25609

 

If you cant install Turbo Tax you can use the Online browser version.

Online System Requirements

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/system-requirements/help/turbotax-online-system-requirements/01/25787