Which license scheme?
S-GEAR is available in two licensing schemes, machine-locked and iLok USB key software licenses. Both schemes allow two simultaneous license activations and both schemes offer a free 15 day trial period.
If you are not sure which scheme will suit you best, the following advice may help:
Machine Locked License |
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Machine Locked - Advantages |
- No USB dongle required. - Ability to activate and deactivate machines via online and offline processes. |
Machine Locked - Disadvantages |
- Machine failure can result in loss of activation requiring support intervention. - Offline activations require manual Request and Response code generation which may take around 24 hours. - Licensee must ensure that machines are deactivated before carrying out maintenance or disposing of machines. |
iLok USB Key |
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iLok - Advantages |
- The iLok USB key allows easy license portability between machines. - Avoid downtime due to loss of activation after a machine failure. - The iLok License Manager software provides a convenient way to store and manage your valuable software assets. |
iLok - Disadvantages |
- Purchase of an iLok2 or iLok3 USB key is necessary. - A USB port on your machine will be occupied by the iLok key. |