Survey Points Manager - License & Activation Guide

Complete Guide to Licensing and Activation

This guide covers everything you need to know about licensing Survey Points Manager, from initial activation to license management and troubleshooting common issues.

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License Types

Survey Points Manager offers flexible licensing options to meet different professional needs:

Individual License

Single User: One license per user
Single Computer: Installed on one workstation
Perpetual: No expiration date
Updates: Free updates for one year
Support: Priority email support included

Floating License

Network License: Shared across multiple users
Concurrent Users: Based on license count
Server-Based: Requires license server
Flexible: Users can work from different computers
Enterprise: Ideal for teams and organizations

Trial License

30-Day Trial: Full functionality for 30 days
No Limitations: Access to all features
Easy Conversion: Upgrade to full license anytime
Support Included: Basic support during trial period

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Activation Process

First-Time Activation

Launch AutoCAD

Start AutoCAD with Survey Points Manager installed
The SPM palette should appear automatically
If not visible, type SPM in the command line

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Online vs Offline Activation

Online Activation (Recommended)

Automatic: Direct connection to activation server
Instant: Immediate license validation
Secure: Encrypted communication
Updates: Automatic license status updates

Offline Activation

No Internet: For computers without internet access
Manual Process: Requires activation file transfer
Secure: No network communication required
Support: Contact support for offline activation

License Management

Checking License Status

License Information Display

Status: Active, Expired, or Invalid
License Type: Individual, Floating, or Trial
Expiration: License expiration date (if applicable)
User: Licensed user information
Computer: Machine identification

License Details

Product Version: SPM version covered by license
Features: Available features and limitations
Usage: Current usage statistics
History: Activation and usage history

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License Transfer

Moving to New Computer

Deactivate: Deactivate license on old computer
Install: Install SPM on new computer
Activate: Use same license key to activate
Verify: Confirm license transfer successful

Transfer Limitations

Individual License: One transfer per month
Floating License: No transfer limitations
Trial License: Cannot be transferred

License Renewal

Automatic Renewal

Subscription: Automatic renewal for subscription licenses
Notification: Email reminders before expiration
Seamless: No interruption to service
Updates: Continued access to updates

Manual Renewal

Purchase: Renew through authorized reseller
New Key: Receive new license key
Update: Enter new key in license dialog
Activation: Reactivate with new license

Troubleshooting

Common Activation Issues

"License Key Invalid" Error

Possible Causes:

Incorrect license key entry
License key already used on another computer
License key expired or revoked

Solutions:

Verify license key accuracy
Check for typos or extra spaces
Contact support if key appears correct
Deactivate license on other computers if needed

"Cannot Connect to Activation Server" Error

Possible Causes:

No internet connection
Firewall blocking activation
Proxy server configuration
Activation server maintenance

Solutions:

Check internet connection
Configure firewall exceptions
Set up proxy settings if needed
Try activation later if server maintenance

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Network License Issues

License Server Not Found

Possible Causes:

License server not running
Network connectivity issues
Incorrect server address
Firewall blocking communication

Solutions:

Verify license server is running
Check network connectivity
Confirm server address in settings
Configure firewall rules

All Licenses in Use

Possible Causes:

Maximum concurrent users reached
Licenses not properly released
License server configuration issues

Solutions:

Wait for license to become available
Check license usage on server
Force release unused licenses
Contact administrator for more licenses

Performance and Compatibility

Slow License Validation

Possible Causes:

Slow network connection
License server overload
Large license database

Solutions:

Check network speed
Contact server administrator
Optimize license server performance
Consider local license caching

Version Compatibility

Possible Causes:

License for older SPM version
AutoCAD version not supported
License feature limitations

Solutions:

Verify license version compatibility
Upgrade license if needed
Check AutoCAD version support
Contact support for compatibility issues

Best Practices

License Security

Protect Your License Key

Secure Storage: Store license key in secure location
Limited Sharing: Only share with authorized users
Regular Backup: Backup license information
Monitor Usage: Track license usage regularly

Network Security

Secure Server: Protect license server from unauthorized access
Encrypted Communication: Use secure protocols
Regular Updates: Keep license server updated
Access Control: Limit server access to authorized personnel

License Optimization

Individual Licenses

Single User: Assign to primary user
Regular Use: Ensure regular usage to maintain activation
Transfer Planning: Plan computer upgrades and transfers
Backup Activation: Keep activation information secure

Floating Licenses

User Training: Train users on proper license usage
Usage Monitoring: Monitor license utilization
Capacity Planning: Plan for peak usage periods
Server Maintenance: Regular license server maintenance

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