How do you transfer the club data base to a new computer with ACBL Scoring Software?

Question

I am not a Windows person so keep that in mind. I think I can get the Club data base on a thumb drive. We are going to Bridgemates for the first time, thus the new computer, etc. i need to know which file in ACBl Scoring to but the club data base.

Answer 1

To answer your question: To transfer the ACBLscore club database to a new computer, follow these steps:

1. Locate the Current Database:

   • On your old computer, identify the folder where ACBLscore stores your club data. Typically, this is located in a folder named something like "ACBLSCOR" within your "C:" drive or "Documents."

2. Copy the Database to a Thumb Drive:

   • Once you've located the folder, copy it onto your thumb drive. Important files usually include the ones with extensions like .DAT or .MDB, depending on how the system is set up.

3. Install ACBLscore on Your New Computer:

   • Make sure ACBLscore is properly installed on your new computer. You can download it from the official ACBL website if you don't have an installation disc.

4. Transfer the Data:

   • Plug the thumb drive into the new computer.
   • Copy the data from the thumb drive into the corresponding folder on the new computer where ACBLscore expects the data. This might be a similarly named "ACBLSCOR" folder.

5. Verify the Transfer:

   • Open ACBLscore on the new computer and verify that all your club data is intact. You may want to check player databases, past game results, etc.

6. Settings and Configuration for Bridgemates:

   • Since you are moving to Bridgemates, ensure that you have the necessary Bridgemate Control Software installed and configured on the new computer. Consult the Bridgemate manual for specific integration steps with ACBLscore.

If you're unsure at any step, consider reaching out to someone familiar with ACBLscore or a local tech support person for assistance.