TracePro, RayViz, and OSLO: License Options
TracePro, RayViz, and OSLO: License Options
When purchasing TracePro, RayViz, or OSLO, you can choose from four license types- Single-computer USB
- Single-computer Soft
- Floating network USB
- Floating network Soft
There are two major decisions that lead to the final choice.
Single-user vs. Network
Single-user
- The license is stored on a PC or in a dongle plugged into a local PC. The software runs on the same computer/machine.
Network
- The license is stored on a central server in the network. It is used by PCs as a floating license.
- Network License Server - Operating System Options https://lambdares.com/support-posts/network-license-server-operating-system-options
USB license vs. Soft license
USB License
- License is stored on a physical USB dongle.
- Portable—can move to another computer.
Soft license
- Linked to the computer’s hardware/software.
- Not portable—only works on the system for which it was created.
- Deactivates if moved to a different computer or if key system identifiers change.
Special considerations for all licenses
- License Replacement: Lost or damaged USB dongles and deactivated Soft licenses can be replaced.
- Virtual Machines: Licenses are supported.
- Remote Access: Works with Windows Remote Desktop (other remote tools should be tested).
- No Internet Access: Licenses work offline, though some update tasks may require alternative methods.
- Multiple Instances: You can run multiple instances of the software on one computer, counting as one license.
- Multiple Products
- With a combined license, one license covers all products.
- Single-product licenses can be used on separate computers.