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1 Procedures
1.3. Common procedures for all systems
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NOTE!
Activation is not required for the Online features for programming, configuring and
monitoring a real controller connected over Ethernet.
Activate automatically over the Internet or manually
The Activation Wizard gives you two choices on how to proceed.
Automatic activation by using the Internet (recommended)
Once you have selected the option I want to activate RobotStudio over the Internet, the
Activation Wizard automatically contacts the ABB licensing servers over your Internet
connection. If you are using a valid Activation Key that has not exceeded the number of
installations allowed, your product is activated immediately.
When you activate over the Internet, your activation request is sent to ABB. Your license will
then be automatically installed and your product ready for use. If you choose to activate over
the Internet but are not currently connected, the wizard alerts you that there is no connection.
Manual activation
If the computer does not have an Internet connection, you must create a license file by
selecting the option I want to request a license file. Proceed through the wizard, enter your
Activation Key and save the License Request File to your computer. Use a removable
medium, such as a USB stick or floppy disk, to transfer the file to a computer with an Internet
connection. Go to www.robotstudio.com/community to find a hyperlink to the manual
activation page, click the link and then follow the instructions. The result will be a License
File that should be saved and transferred back to the computer holding your product.
Relaunch the Activation Wizard and select the option I have a license file I want to install.
Proceed through the wizard, selecting the License File when requested. Upon completion,
RobotStudio is activated and ready for use.
How do I activate later?
If you do not want to activate your copy of the software at installation, you can do so later.
The following steps will launch the Activation Wizard.
If you have a problem with your activation, contact your local ABB customer support
representative at the e-mail address or telephone number provided at www.abb.com/robotics.
Which RobotStudio version is installed?
The version number of RobotStudio is displayed on the start page that appears when
RobotStudio is started.
How can I tell if my RobotStudio installation is activated?
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Action
1. Click the RobotStudio button, and then click Licencing.
2. Click Request a license to launch the activation wizard.
3. f your RobotStudio installation has been activated, you will have valid licenses for the
features covered by your subscription.
Action
1. Click the RobotStudio button, and then click Licencing.
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