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Check for Updates
This article explains how to check and run updates in Point of Rental. Updates are a necessary part of any software or computer system. We continually work on improving our software to give our customers the best experience possible. When a change is made, we pass this along to all our customers in the form of an update. Updates should be run on a regular basis to ensure you have the latest release and software enhancements.
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Checking for updates in Expert
1. In Expert, go to Program Menu > Configuration > Other Updates > Check for Updates.
2. The program will automatically download any updates needed for your software. This can take a few minutes and will display the update files under each of the appropriate tabs. Once the files have been downloaded, they will automatically be installed. When the updates have finished, you will see complete in the top right corner.
1. In Elite, go to Configuration Gear > App Configurations > Other Updates > Check for Updates.
2. The program will automatically download any updates needed for your software. This can take a few minutes and will display the update files under each of the appropriate tabs. Once the files have been downloaded, they will automatically be installed. When the updates have finished, you will see complete in the top right corner.
Checking for updates in PORCloud
The Check for Updates option is grayed out for PORCloud users. POR updates will be installed at 10 CST on the Wednesday after an update is released.
You will be given notice of the update, if you're logged into the server, at 9:55 pm CST. It will let you know that updates will be installed in 5 minutes. At that time, you will need to save your work and close the POR software cleanly.