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Vector License Client User Manual

About This Document

This document guides users through the procedures for managing licenses using the Vector License Client. This client is part of the New Vector License Model (NVLM), introduced around 2018, which manages licenses through a dedicated tool.

The Vector License Client facilitates various license management tasks, including:

  • Activate: Assigning licenses to a license carrier (interface, PC, or dongle).
  • Deactivate: Temporarily returning licenses, useful when changing license carriers.
  • Reactivate: Renewing license validity, typically for a 12-month period.
  • Migrate: Transitioning from older license formats to the new format.
  • License Update: Extending the maximum usable version for eligible licenses.

Starting the Vector License Client

The Vector License Client is usually installed alongside software like CANoe or CANape. To launch it, open the Windows Start menu, navigate to the program list, and select Vector License Client.

Note: The version bundled with software may be outdated. It is recommended to download the latest version from the provided link. This manual uses version V5.4 for explanations.

Download Link: Vector License Client V5.4 Installer

Security Advisory: A security vulnerability was identified in a component used by the Vector License Client. This has been resolved in V5.3. Users on older versions are strongly advised to update.

Details: Security Advisory Link

Pre-Operation Checks

Before performing operations like activation, verify that the PC can connect to the Vector license server. This check determines the appropriate procedure.

  1. Launch the Vector License Client and click the [Troubleshooting] button in the ribbon menu.
  2. Online Operation Check: If there are no red error messages in the displayed screen, online operations are possible. Refer to Section 4 for online procedures.
  3. Offline Operation Check: If red error messages are displayed, consider the following:
    • Recommended: Consult the FAQ at the end of this manual to resolve errors before proceeding with online operations.
    • Alternative: Proceed with offline procedures as described in Section 5.

Online Operations

This section covers procedures for when online operations are confirmed as possible after troubleshooting.

4.1 Activate (Online)

This procedure is for applying licenses to a device.

  1. Connect the device to your PC. Launch the Vector License Client and click the [Activate] button in the ribbon menu (not required if activating on the PC itself).
  2. The activation window will appear.
  3. Enter the Activation Key provided in your delivery note into the designated field. Click [Load] to display the licenses. Select the licenses you wish to activate (check the boxes). Choose the target device from the [License Carrier] dropdown and click [Activate].
  4. Confirm that the activated product name (License Name) and target device (License Carrier) are displayed correctly. Activation is now complete.

4.2 Deactivate (Online)

This procedure is for temporarily returning licenses from a device.

If the purpose of returning the license is to change the device, please email the product name and License ID to support@jp.vector.com to request license release. After release, you can reactivate on the new device following the steps in 4.1.

  1. Select the product name for which you want to return the license and click [Deactivate].
  2. Click [Yes] to confirm.
  3. Verify the license name or License ID and click [Send Request].
  4. A confirmation message will appear indicating successful deactivation. Click [OK].

4.3 Reactivate (Online)

License validity is typically 12 months. Reactivation is possible starting 30 days before expiration. This process renews the license validity period. Reactivation is also possible after the expiration date.

  1. Select the product whose license is nearing expiration (or has expired) and click [Reactivate].
  2. Click [Send Request].
  3. Confirm that the license validity period has been extended.

4.4 Migrate (Online)

Migration is the process of transferring licenses from an older format (applied to an interface or dongle) to the new license format. This removes the old license bits and prepares the device for new licenses.

  1. Connect the interface or dongle with the old license bits to your PC.
  2. Click the [Migrate] button in the ribbon menu.
  3. Click the [License Bits...] button.
  4. Verify that the [License Bits Carrier] is the device with the old licenses and that the licenses to be migrated are displayed in the list below. Click [OK].
  5. In the displayed window, enter the Activation Key, select the device with the old license bits under [License Bit Carrier], and click [Create Context File...].
  6. Save the context file (e.g., as 'sample.vlc').
  7. Confirm the action by clicking [Yes] in the dialog box.
  8. Click [OK] to close the file creation confirmation window and transfer the *.vlc file to an online PC.
  9. On the online PC, open the provided link (Vector Offline Licensing), click [BROWSE], select the *.vlc file, and click [UPLOAD].
  10. Confirm the product details and select the licenses for migration by checking the boxes and clicking [SELECT...].
  11. Click [MIGRATE].
  12. Save the *.vlu file and transfer it back to the offline PC.
  13. On the offline PC, select the *.vlu file using the [Open Update File...] option.
  14. Click [Apply].
  15. Click [Save Confirmation...] and save the *.vlr file.
  16. Transfer the *.vlr file to the online PC.
  17. On the online PC, upload the *.vlr file via the provided link.
  18. The offline migration is complete when the success message is displayed.

4.5 License Update (Online)

If you have a valid maintenance contract, new software versions may grant you usage rights for the updated version. Upon receiving notification, you can use this procedure to increase the maximum usable version.

  1. Check the current Maximum Version of the license you wish to update.
  2. Click the [License Update] button.
  3. Click [Create Context File...].
  4. Save the *.vlc file.
  5. Transfer the created *.vlc file to an online PC.
  6. On the online PC, upload the *.vlc file via the provided link (Vector Offline Licensing).
  7. Save the resulting *.vlu file and transfer it back to the offline PC.
  8. On the offline PC, select the *.vlu file using the [Open Update File...] option.
  9. Click [Apply].
  10. Click [Save Confirmation...] and save the *.vlr file.
  11. Transfer the *.vlr file to the online PC.
  12. On the online PC, upload the *.vlr file via the provided link.
  13. Confirm that the Maximum Version has been updated on the offline PC's Vector License Client.

Offline Operations

This section details procedures for managing licenses when an internet connection is unavailable.

5.1 Activate (Offline)

  1. Click the [Activate] button in the ribbon menu.
  2. Enter the Activation Key and select the License Carrier. Click [Create Context File...].
  3. Save the generated *.vlc file.
  4. Transfer the *.vlc file to an online PC.
  5. On the online PC, open the provided link (Vector Offline Licensing), click [BROWSE], select the *.vlc file, and click [UPLOAD].
  6. Save the resulting *.vlu file and transfer it back to the offline PC.
  7. On the offline PC, select the *.vlu file using the [Open Update File...] option.
  8. Verify the License Carrier and click [Apply].
  9. Click [Save Confirmation...] and save the *.vlr file.
  10. Transfer the *.vlr file to the online PC.
  11. On the online PC, upload the *.vlr file via the provided link.
  12. Confirm that the activation was successful on the offline PC's Vector License Client.

5.2 Deactivate (Offline)

  1. Select the license to deactivate and click [Deactivate].
  2. Click [Yes] to confirm.
  3. Verify the license details and click [Create Context File...].
  4. Save the generated *.vlc file.
  5. Transfer the *.vlc file to an online PC.
  6. On the online PC, upload the *.vlc file via the provided link (Vector Offline Licensing).
  7. Save the resulting *.vlu file and transfer it back to the offline PC.
  8. On the offline PC, select the *.vlu file using the [Open Update File...] option.
  9. Click [Apply].
  10. Click [Save Confirmation...] and save the *.vlr file.
  11. Transfer the *.vlr file to the online PC.
  12. On the online PC, upload the *.vlr file via the provided link.
  13. Confirm that the deactivation was successful on the offline PC's Vector License Client.

5.3 Reactivate (Offline)

  1. Select the license to reactivate and click [Reactivate].
  2. Verify the license details and click [Create Context File...].
  3. Save the generated *.vlc file.
  4. Transfer the *.vlc file to an online PC.
  5. On the online PC, upload the *.vlc file via the provided link (Vector Offline Licensing).
  6. Save the resulting *.vlu file and transfer it back to the offline PC.
  7. On the offline PC, select the *.vlu file using the [Open Update File...] option.
  8. Click [Apply].
  9. Click [Save Confirmation...] and save the *.vlr file.
  10. Transfer the *.vlr file to the online PC.
  11. On the online PC, upload the *.vlr file via the provided link.
  12. Confirm that the reactivation was successful on the offline PC's Vector License Client.

5.4 Migrate (Offline)

  1. Connect the interface or dongle with the old license bits to your PC.
  2. Click the [Migrate] button in the ribbon menu.
  3. Click the [License Bits...] button.
  4. Verify the [License Bits Carrier] and the displayed licenses. Click [OK].
  5. Enter the Activation Key, select the [License Bit Carrier], and click [Create Context File...].
  6. Save the generated *.vlc file.
  7. Confirm the action by clicking [Yes].
  8. Click [OK] to close the file creation confirmation window and transfer the *.vlc file to an online PC.
  9. On the online PC, upload the *.vlc file via the provided link (Vector Offline Licensing).
  10. Confirm product details, check licenses, and click [SELECT...].
  11. Click [MIGRATE].
  12. Save the *.vlu file and transfer it back to the offline PC.
  13. On the offline PC, select the *.vlu file using the [Open Update File...] option.
  14. Click [Apply].
  15. Click [Save Confirmation...] and save the *.vlr file.
  16. Transfer the *.vlr file to the online PC.
  17. On the online PC, upload the *.vlr file via the provided link.
  18. The offline migration is complete when the success message is displayed.

5.5 License Update (Offline)

  1. Check the current Maximum Version of the license.
  2. Click the [License Update] button.
  3. Click [Create Context File...].
  4. Save the generated *.vlc file.
  5. Transfer the *.vlc file to an online PC.
  6. On the online PC, upload the *.vlc file via the provided link (Vector Offline Licensing).
  7. Save the resulting *.vlu file and transfer it back to the offline PC.
  8. On the offline PC, select the *.vlu file using the [Open Update File...] option.
  9. Click [Apply].
  10. Click [Save Confirmation...] and save the *.vlr file.
  11. Transfer the *.vlr file to the online PC.
  12. On the online PC, upload the *.vlr file via the provided link.
  13. Confirm that the Maximum Version has been updated on the offline PC's Vector License Client.

FAQ

6.1 Troubleshooting: "The Vector License Server can not be reached"

If this error occurs, click [Check Settings] on the relevant line in the Troubleshooting screen. In the Settings window, change the Proxy Settings to [Use Custom Proxy Settings], enter the Server URL and Server Port (obtain these from your IT department), and click [Test Proxy Settings]. If it shows "Connection established", online operations are possible.

6.2 Troubleshooting: "No Internet connection detected"

First, check your internet connection. If the issue persists, it might be due to security software. Try disabling your security software temporarily or test on a PC without the same security software installed.

6.3 Do I need to activate on the PC where I use the software (e.g., CANoe)?

Yes, if you are applying the license to the PC itself. If applying to an interface or dongle, you can install the Vector License Client on another PC for activation. Download links for the client and driver setup are provided.

6.4 Reactivate fails

If your software version has been updated due to maintenance benefits within the 12-month license period, Reactivate may fail for the old version. In such cases, perform a License Update instead.

6.5 Licenses no longer displayed in Vector License Client

In the Troubleshooting screen, click [Repair] for the device with the applied license. This synchronizes with the license server and may re-display the licenses if successful.

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