Learn how to deal with Unable to Start Intuit Update Service issue
                     How to Resolve POS Installation 
Errors in QuickBooks
Unable to Start Intuit Update Service

POS Installation Errors in QuickBooks prevent 
the proper installation and interrupt the functioning 
of the QuickBooks Point of Sale software. You can also 
face issues while opening the software. This error can 
appear due to compatibility issues, corrupted system 
components, damaged installation, and the use of an 
outdated version of the software. In this blog post, we 
will discuss how to tackle POS installation errors with 
different error codes 1304, 1642, and 1706 and 
unable to start the update service error.
If you encounter any issues related to the 
QuickBooks POS installation problems, 
consider reaching out to our QuickBooks 
support team at 1.855.738.2784 for further 
assistance.
Reason For POS Installation Errors in the 
QuickBooks Program
•Identify the root of the problem and take the right steps to resolve the 
issue. Here are the causes of QuickBooks Point of Sale installation errors. 
QuickBooks and the aMS.NeT Framework installed on your Windows 
computer may not be compatible, and because of this incompatibility, 
you may receive installation errors.
•If the Microsoft .NET framework is not installed properly on your 
computer, it can cause problems when trying to install QuickBooks Point 
of Sale.
•When the QuickBooks Point of Sale installation on your computer is 
corrupted or damaged, it can cause errors.
•Using an outdated version of QuickBooks Point of Sale may not be 
compatible with other programs, resulting in the error.
Solutions to Fix POS Installation Errors in the QB 
Program
 Follow the solutions discussed below to rectify the POS installation errors such as 
unable to start Intuit update service in the software.
Solution 1: Update QuickBooks Desktop POS
1. Open QuickBooks Point of Sale (QB POS) on your computer and navigate to the "Help" 
tab.
2.Click on "About Point of Sale."
3.Ensure you have the latest QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale version installed.
4.If you do not have the latest version, proceed to check for updates.
5.Click on the "Product Download" page.
6.Now, locate the "Select Product" drop-down menu and tap on it.
7.Choose the appropriate QuickBooks POS version and edition that is suitable for your 
software.
8.Click "Get the latest updates."
9.Once the download is complete, save the downloaded file.
10.Double-click on this file and start the installation process.
11.Carefully follow the on-screen directions to finish the installation process.
12.If updating QB POS does not fix the error, follow the next solution.
Solution 2: Uninstall QB POS
Press the Windows key and R simultaneously to open the Run 
window on your computer.
1.In the Run window, type "Control Panel" and click the OK 
button to proceed.
2.Under the Control Panel, move to the "Programs and 
Features" section.
3.Note: If the Control Panel displays programs by category, 
select "Uninstall a Program."
4.From the list of installed programs, locate "QuickBooks 
Desktop Point of Sale 19.0," click on it, and then choose 
"Uninstall/Change."
5.To finish the uninstallation, adhere to the instructions on the 
screen.
This is how you can resolve the POS installation 
errors in QuickBooks program. If these steps do 
not fix the issue, dial 1.855.738.2784 and contact 
our QuickBooks experts for assistance.