Installing Polar node locked software
— versions 2009 and later
 Application Note AP607 

Node locked licensing

The "node locked" versions of Polar software look for a license file on the machine containing the  software. The license file is based on the machine's ethernet address or, if a hardware key is purchased, on the serial number of the key (etched on the body of the key).

Installing the software

Download the installer from the Polar Instruments web site using the supplied links.

Install the software. 

Follow the prompts to complete the installation.

The Installer will create the C:\Program Files\Polar\Licences folder where it is recommended that you place the license file. The folder will also contain the LMTOOLS utility program for license installation and management.

Installing the key drivers (parallel / USB Key users only)

If a hardware key has been purchased it will be necessary to install the key drivers.

Download the FLEXId Dongle Driver Installer from here.

Double click the installer file to install the key drivers and click Run at the following confirmatory dialog.

The driver installer will determine the drivers on your machine — select the drivers as required and click Next.

It may be necessary to restart the machine to complete the installation — click Finish.

 

Generating the license file

To generate the license file it will be necessary to gather information that uniquely identifies your system.  Use Windows Explorer to browse to the C:\Program Files\Polar\Licences folder and run lmtools.exe.

From within LMTOOLS select System Settings.  

For Parallel / USB Key users only, please ensure the parallel port or USB key is installed and that the FLEXID field is populated. The number shown should match the number etched on the hardware key. If the field is empty please contact your local Polar Representative.



Save this information by selecting the Save HOSTID Info to a File.  Enter a filename, choose a suitable folder location and select Save.  The LMTOOLS utility may now be closed.

Email the HOSTID file created to PolarCare@polarinstruments.com.  The license file will be returned to you shortly.

Installing the license file

Once you have received the license file please complete the installation procedure below.

We recommend that you place the license file into the C:\Program Files\Polar\Licences folder.  Use Windows Explorer to copy the License File to this location.

Start the program (via the Windows Start menu or using the icon on the Windows desktop).

During start up the software License Finder will prompt for a License File / Server location.  Ensure that “Specify the License File” is selected and select Next to continue.

The License Finder prompts for the license file name. Enter the path/filename or click the Browse button to navigate to the file. (Using the Choose License File Dialog, browse to C:\Program Files\Polar\Licences and select the license file.  Select Open. The License Finder will display the license file specified.

Select Next to continue. The License Finder should display its completion message.

The software may display a message to indicate how many days are remaining before the license expires.
Select OK to continue.