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To upgrade to Signature 2018, you must first upgrade Microsoft Dynamics GP and install any required service packs. Refer to the system requirements for Microsoft Dynamics GP and the upgrade information in the Signature Readme file to ensure that you have the correct version requirements fulfilled before upgrading Signature. Make sure to configure the Microsoft Dynamics GP database and upgrade companies before upgrading Signature.

Verifying

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Version Numbers

Before upgrading Signature products or Microsoft Dynamics GP, determine the version of your currently installed programs.

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