Summary
Instructions on how to find the serial number for an existing instance of CODESOFT running on a PC. This applies to CODESOFT instances that either are currently activated or have been activated in the past (and perhaps expired). Demo instances of CODESOFT that have not been activated do not have a license or serial number. Attempting to run an instance of CODESOFT or run the CODESOFT License Manager on a computer that has never had an activation installed will yield an activation screen (i.e. no License #).
CODESOFT screen when software has passed demo period and has never received a serial number / license number activation:
Instructions
Generally, the license / serial number can be found either:
- Using the Help / About screen once the application is open
- Opening the License Manager application (typically installed with the application on the PC)
The Serial Number box contains the software serial number. It should look something like this: MKH72444 or NSPF66236.
1. Using the Help / About Screen
Open the application, select Help then About
The screens looks slightly different based on the version of CODESOFT:
- v2012/2014 Screen
- v2015 Screen
The splash screen should have the license number listed as “S/N” or “Serial Number”. Typical format is 3-4 letters followed by 5-6 digits (e.g. MKH65893, NSPF108919, etc.)
2. Opening the License Manager
Running the CODESOFT License Manager will yield different screen depending on activation type:
- USB Hardkey Activation
- Softkey Activation
Run CODESOFT License Manager in Windows. You should see:
- Softkey Activation Screen
- Hardkey Activation Screen
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