# Installing the Connector on Multiple Computers or a Shared Server

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If your team needs to access the QuickBooks Desktop connector from multiple machines or a centralized server, you can install the connector on each device by following the steps below. Before getting started, please reach out to our Customer Success team to request your **Connection ID**, which is required to complete the setup.

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The connector can only be installed on additional computers or accessed by other users via a centralized server *after* the Admin has completed the initial installation.
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Once you have your Connection ID, follow these steps:

1. **Open QuickBooks Desktop on the Computer**\
   Make sure QuickBooks Desktop is open and logged in on the computer where you want to install the connector. If you access QuickBooks Desktop via a centralized server, ensure you access QuickBooks Desktop with your login to the connector to your login.
2. **Access the Installation Link**\
   Go to this link to begin the connector installation (after receiving the connection ID from our team):\
   <https://link.rutterapi.com/connection/\\[AddRutterConnectionID>]
3. **Download and Install the Connector**\
   Follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the connector starting from step 2.
   * On the initial screen, the company name field will be pre-filled and locked. This ensures you're linking to the same company originally connected and is the expected behavior.
4. **Locate Your Connector Password**\
   Once you’ve reached the "3. Start the Sync" section of the setup page, you’ll find your unique connector password. Keep this password handy if needed for future.


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