Web-activated licensing is described as follows:
For how long is the activation key valid?
ANSWER: The activation key is valid indefinitely for a given product version and level. The activation key is only required when reactivating the software. The activation key is not necessary for license renewal. Any change to the software version or level will create a new activation key that must be entered to license the new software.
NOTE: Save a copy of the activation key such that you may use it to reactivate the software.
What happens when the license expires after two years?
ANSWER: When the license expires, the software will prompt you to directly obtain a new license by way of internet connection without contacting
CSI
or your dealer. An activation key will not be required for this process.
To which software does web-activated licensing apply?
ANSWER: Web-activated licensing will apply to all major
CSI
products as their subsequent major release becomes available.
How do I demo the software?
ANSWER: Eval & features
Can I convert an Eval version to a licensed version?
Can I have an Eval version and a licensed version of the same software on one computer?
ANSWER: Yes, since the Eval version has a separate installation than the licensed version, both can be installed on the same computer.
Can we still lock the software to a USB key?
Answer: Software will no longer be locked to USB keys or Disk IDs but instead to an internal machine key that our automated licensing system will determine itself.
How can I move my software without a USB key?
ANSWER: The software can be deactivated and reactivated (with the activation key given at time of purchase) on another computer.
Which license manager version is required?
ANSWER: The latest version of the license manager, v8.5.0, is required. If an older version of the license manager is in use, uninstall it before installing v8.5.0.
What is the procedure for installing a network license?
ANSWER: The license manager installation must connect to the internet when entering activation key to obtain the license file. Workstations can be installed at any time. Workstation installations do not need internet connection.
Steps for moving network licenses?
ANSWER: To uninstall the license manger/server you MUST deactivate all your licenses prior to uninstalling. Your activation keys will not be valid for reactivation on new server unless they have been deactivated from the previous network server.
Can I still use the commuter license feature?
ANSWER: No changes have been made to the commuter license feature. The commuter license feature is only available with network licenses.