Software Lock (SL) Keys - Licensing Limitations

When using a Software Lock (SL) key with EasyPower version 9.7 or earlier, the key must be installed on a server that will not be subject to a hardware change. If, after the installation of an SL key, the operating system is moved to a different physical server, or if hardware is changed on the server, the SL key will cease to function and a new SL key must be purchased. If an SL key server needs to be replaced, or requires a hardware change, the SL key must be transferred as using the Key Management Utility as described in Transferring an SL key prior to server deactivation.

When using a Software Lock key with EasyPower version 9.8 or later, an SL key must be installed on a server that will retain the Fully Qualified Domain Name (FQDN) on the network. If this FQDN is changed, the SL key will cease to function until the name is changed back. If it is necessary to change the FQDN permanently, the SL key must be transferred to another server using the Key Management Utility as described in Transferring an SL key prior to the name change.

Note: The EasyPower installation automatically installs the Key Management Utility. If EasyPower is not currently installed on your license server and you need to use the Key Management Utility, we recommend that you install EasyPower to the server. In situations where that is not an option, contact techsupport@easypower.com.

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Key Management Utility	Transferring an SL key
Installing or Updating a Key