In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of changing your SolidWorks serial number. Whether you have upgraded your license or need to switch to a different serial number, this step-by-step guide will help you make the necessary changes.
Step 1: Accessing the License Manager
To begin, open SolidWorks on your computer and go to the Help menu located in the top navigation bar. From the dropdown menu, select Transfer Licenses.
Step 2: Deactivating Your Current Serial Number
In the Transfer Licenses dialog box, click on the Deactivate/Reactivate tab. Here, you will see a list of all active licenses associated with your SolidWorks installation.
- Select the license that you want to change.
- Click on the Deactivate License button.
- Confirm your selection by clicking Yes.
- A message will appear confirming that your license has been successfully deactivated.
- Close the License Manager.
Step 3: Activating Your New Serial Number
To activate a new serial number, follow these steps:
- Navigate back to Help > Transfer Licenses
- In the Transfer Licenses dialog box, click on the Add/Modify/Remove Licenses
- A new window named “SolidNetWork License Administrator” will appear.
- Click on the Add Serial Numbers button.
- Enter your new serial number in the designated field.
- Click on the Add to License
- Your new serial number will be added to the license list.
Step 4: Verifying Your New Serial Number
To ensure that your new serial number is correctly applied, follow these steps:
- Navigate back to Help > Transfer Licenses
- In the Transfer Licenses dialog box, click on the Status Enquiry
- A new window named “SolidNetWork License Administrator” will appear.
- You will see a list of licenses associated with your SolidWorks installation.
- Locate your new serial number in the list and verify that it is marked as “Active”.
Congratulations!
You have successfully changed your SolidWorks serial number. Remember, it is essential to deactivate your old license before activating a new one. This process ensures that you are using a valid and authorized license for your SolidWorks software.
We hope this tutorial has been helpful. If you have any further questions or encounter any issues during this process, please consult the SolidWorks documentation or contact their support team for assistance.