However, it might not be a good idea to do so. When Navigator prints the check number on the check, you can easily verify that the preprinted number matches the number entered in Navigator. Without the duplicate number, it is easy to get the numbers mixed up. I've made that mistake on my personal checkbook and it's nice that Navigator helps prevent it. Simply verify that the two numbers match after you print checks and have the person that signs the checks also verify that they match.

It does look a little funny to have duplicate numbers on the checks. If aesthetics is more important than this minor accounting consideration, here is how to stop Navigator from printing check numbers:

1. Select Checks from the Transaction Activity screen. If the message "All checks...hav been printed" appears, select Sample. A screen appears showing the check layout.
2. Select Change Settings. The Change Check Settings screen appears.
3. Note the Check # is in Row 4 and Column 75. Note the message on the bottom of the screen "A field with row=0 will not be printed."
4. Change the Check # Row to 0.
5. Select OK. The Change Check Settings screen reappears, now with the check number in the upper right corner.
6. Select Print Current Check.
7. Verify that Navigator did not print any check number on the check.

The settings on the Change Check Settings screen are stored separately for each checking account and each entity.

Do not use this process if you have CheckForm. CheckForm prints all the check information, including bank name, account number, and the MICR information on each check. Since CheckForm prints on blank paper, it has to print the check number too. CheckForm requires that the check number always be in row 4 and column 75. One advantage of CheckForm is that because it prints on blank check stock the check number on the printed check always matches the check number in Navigator.

- David
FNI Technical Support

[This message has been edited by fni_support (edited 04-18-2007).]