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1. Problem:
When installing, it never seems to do anything and never installs.

Solution:
The most common cause for this error is your computer not having the required Microsoft patches and components.  Follow the directions for getting updates and .NET Framework 2.0 found on the
Installation page, and then re-try your installation.
 
                                                                               

2. Problem:
Nothing will print.

Solution:
Click
here and follow the instructions.  This is a very fast and painless process, and it should fix any printing problems you are having.

                                                                               

3. Problem:
It appears as if all your data has disappeared, and when you click on 'Orders' you get a SQL error.


Solution:
Fortunately, this is very easy to fix, and your data is not gone!

Close CakeBoss, then go to:

Start menu ->
All Programs ->
Microsoft SQL Server 2005 ->
Configuration Tools ->
SQL Server Surface Area Configuration

Then click 'Surface Area Configuration for Services and Connections'

You will notice that your Service Status says 'Stopped'.  All you need to do is click 'Start', then 'Apply' and 'Ok'.  Close your SQL window, then restart CakeBoss from the Start menu.  Everything should be functioning normally!

Watch a video:  How to Start SQL Server (1:28)
                                                                               
 
 
4. Problem:
I get the message 'CakeBoss cannot be started' when I try to run CakeBoss.
 
Solution: It's likely that you have picked up a virus which corrupted your install cache.  It is very easy to fix. 
 
Go to your computer's C drive:
 
c:\Documents and Settings\UserName(Sometimes called "Owner")\Local Settings\Apps
 
Inside the 'Apps' folder is a folder named '2.0'.  Drag this folder and all its contents to your recycle bin. *Important - sometimes the 2.0 is a 'hidden' file folder, so make sure you have the option for viewing hidden files and folders checked.  The 2.0 folder must be deleted before you reinstall.
 
If you cannot find the '2.0' folder in the path listed, go to your 'Start' menu, then 'Search'.  Search for 'file or folder' named 2.0, and make sure to check the advanced options to search in hidden files and folders.
 
Reinstall CakeBoss from www.cakeboss.com/publish.htm. This will not affect any of your stored CakeBoss data.
 
Watch a video:  How to clear a corrupted install cache (1:15)