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The first step in installing RSI software is to install and configure the Flex LM License Engine that drives all licensing for all RSI software. An easy to understand document can be downloaded which describes the Flex LM licensing and configuration.

Click here to download the Flex LM licensing and configuration document in MS Word format for printing

RSI PRODUCT LICENSING - GETTING STARTED

Thank you for choosing RSI software. The process for installing RSI software is generally:

1. Install and configure RSI Licensing and then;
2. Install RSI Product(s) which use(s) the RSI Licensing.

RSI Licensing is tied to either a HOST_ID or from a Dongle (Physical Hardware that plugs into computer parallel port). This means that the HOST_ID for the server (Local or Network) must be known in order for a valid license file to be created. For a single user software set-up, the HOST_ID is gathered from the single computer. For a Network software set-up, the HOST_ID is gathered from the server which is to serve the RSI License(s) and software to Client Workstations. See Appendix B for a listing of dongle types supported for different Windows versions.

RSI has created and distributed a small utility, which identifies the HOST_ID. The utility can be found at

http://www.rsi-inc.com/rsi_installs/License_Host_ID

Note: Please See Appendix A for more details on this HostID Utility. Once the HOST_ID has been delivered to RSI, you will receive a license file. The license file is used during configuration of RSI License Manager.

The following steps will define Licensing Installation and Configuration for:

• Stand Alone Systems
• Network Server Systems

Licensing Installation Steps:

• Insert Install CD or Click on Web Install Link
• Begin Install
  • For Web Install Link - Click "Open" to begin the install process
  • For CD Install - Click on "Install Licensing"
• Click "Next" in the Licensing Welcome Screen
• Enter User Name, Select Permission, Click "Next"
• Select Destination Folder. It is recommended that you keep the default path, but if you wish to change it, use the browse button. Click "Next"
• Select Installation Type

  • Choose "Local or Network License Server", Click "Next"
• Dongle Installation

  • Choose the appropriate option (do you have dongle y or n)
• Ready to Install, Click "Next"
• Install Complete, Click "Finish" to exit installation

Licensing Configuration Steps:

• Click START | All Programs | Router Solutions | License | License Manager Tools (This launches "lmtools.exe")
• Click on "Config Services" tab
• For "Path to License File" field, click "Browse"
• Navigate to the RSI Provided License File (Should be saved to the License Directory) and select it.
• Click checkbox for "Use Services" to be ON/Checked
• Click checkbox for "Start Server at Power Up" to be ON/Checked
• Click "Save Service" button (Top Right of Dialog)… then "Yes"
• Click on "Start/Stop/Reread" tab
• Click "Start Server" button to start RSI FlexLM License Server

Congratulations, you are now done installing and configuring the RSI FlexLM License Manager!

The following steps will define installation and configuration for:

• Network Client Systems

Licensing Installation Steps:

• Insert CD or Click on Web Install Link
• Begin Install
  • For Web Install Link - Click "Open" to begin the install process.
  • For CD Install - Click on "Install Licensing"
• Enter User Name, Select Permission, Click "Next"
• Select Destination Folder. It is recommended that you keep the default path, but if you wish to change it, use the browse button. Click "Next"
• Select Installation Type
  • Choose "Network License Client", Click "Next"
• Enter Server Name in to Server Name field; Click "Next" There is no need to modify the Port Number.
• Ready to Install… Click "Next"
• Click "Finish" to complete the Install.

Congratulations, you have now completed the Client Systems FlexLM License Installation.
There is no configuration required for the Client System.

APPENDIX A

Identifying HOST_ID Procedure Using "Your HostID" Utility

Why do I need to use this utility?

Router Solutions now utilizes FlexLM™ licensing technology for all RSI products. Because of this, when products are purchased, Router Solutions will need to have the HOST_ID for your system in order to create the license file for that particular system. If this HOST_ID can be provided at the time of purchase, a license file will be shipped along with the product. This will make the process of installing and licensing very simple. On the same day of receiving the product, you will be up and running.

In some cases, a HOST_ID may not be available on your system. This would be caused by the absence of an Ethernet card on the system your installing on. If this were the case, a Dongle would be required which contains a FLEX_ID.

RSI recommends the use of a dongle as the preferred method for these reasons:
1. Licensing file is created and shipped with the product and eliminates the necessity to follow the HOST_ID procedures, simplifying the licensing process.
2. A dongle allows mobility. A dongle can be transported from workstation to workstation.

What does this utility do?

The "Your HostID" utility automatically analyzes your system for the HOST_ID. Once the utility determines your HOST_ID, copy the HOST_ID string and email it to Router Solutions at licensing@rsi-inc.com.

How do I use the "Your HostID" utility?

Part A: Downloading "Your HostID" Utility
1. Download the utility install from the RSI FTP site. CLICK HERE to download.
Path: (ftp://ftp.rsi- inc.com/pub/outgoing/License_Host_ID/HostIDApp.zip)
2. There will be an option to OPEN or SAVE the install.
a. If OPEN is the choice, the zip file will be opened.
b. If SAVE is the choice, the file will be saved to the desired location.
3. If SAVE was the choice, locate the saved zip file and double click on it.
4. Unzip the file "HostIDApp.exe" to desired location.
5. Once the file "HostIDApp.exe" is unzipped, double click the file to launch.
6. Click "Get Host ID" button.
7. Copy the HOST_ID shown in the "Your Host ID is" field.
8. Report your HOST_ID to RSI via email or a phone call to request license file generation.

Note: If there is not an Ethernet card, the Ethernet card is disabled, or there is a problem with the Ethernet card or network settings then the entry in the "Your Host ID is" field will contain all 0's. E.G.(000000000000). In this case you will need to request a Dongle or add an Ethernet card or correct any problems with your existing Ethernet card.

Appendix B

Using Dongles Under Windows

Not all versions of Windows supports USB dongles. For users with these versions of Windows, RSI can supply parallel port dongles.