Offline Activation: Generating a License

FlexNet Operations 2014

Some devices may follow an offline activation model in which the device generates a binary license request file (for an add-on license) that can be manually uploaded on the FlexNet Operations admin site or the self-service portal. FlexNet Operations processes the request file to generate a license appropriate for the request.

If the license request is made for an existing device, FlexNet Operations generates a regenerative license. If the request is made for a new device, FlexNet Operations enters the device into the system, adds the corresponding add-on, and generates a license for it.

To upload a license request file

1. On the Manage Devices page, click the tab for the type of device for which you want to upload a license. Choose either Clients or Servers.
2. Click Generate License. This button opens the Offline Device Activation page.
3. On the Offline Device Activation page, click Browse.
4. Locate the request file and click Open.
5. Click Submit.