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Online License Update

On a computer with internet connection, the update command can be used to activate one or several licenses on a license carrier (computer, Keyman). Define your license carrier with the help of parameters.

Cross Reference

Cross Reference

To manage your proxy settings, refer to the parameter overview.

Procedure

Step by Step Procedure

  1. If necessary, connect the license carrier on which the licenses are to be updated.
  2. Open the command line interface.
  3. Enter the following command and set the parameters according to your use case:
    VectorLicenseClient -update [-local | -dongle | (-deviceSerial <xxx-xxxxxx>)] [-verbose]
  4. Press <Enter>.
    The notification appears.
    The licenses have been updated successfully.

Example

Example

  • If updates are available, update licenses for all license carriers (local computer and all connected Keyman). Detailed information will be shown:
    VectorLicenseClient -update
  • If updates are available, update licenses for licenses that are activated on your local computer:
    VectorLicenseClient -update -local