License file names must conform to the following limitations:
• 63 character maximum
• Lower case characters only
• No spaces or special characters permitted with the exception of the underscore ( _ )
• A three character file extension is required. This file extension can be any three
characters.
To generate a license file for multiple MAC addresses, the addresses must be specified in a
text file that conforms to the following rules:
• ASCII text file
• one MAC address per line
• no additional characters, spaces, or special characters besides those used in the MAC
addresses
• MAC addresses in hexadecimal, capitalized format with each pair of characters separated
by colons
• must contain correct MAC addresses
• the number of MAC addresses specified must not exceed the maximum for the license
type
Procedure
1. Use a web browser to access the licensing portal.
2. Enter contact information in the required boxes.
3. Create a new license bank or access one already created.
4. Select an e-mail notification option.
Generated license files are sent based the e-mail notification options.
5. Enter the LAC specified on the license certificate.
6. Click Submit.
7. Wait for notification from the system.
8. Click Go to License Bank to Download License.
9. Select the appropriate LAC on the License Bank screen.
10. Click Generate License.
11. Specify a single MAC address or multiple MAC addresses by submitting a text file
that conforms to the preceding limitations.
12. Specify the license file name.
13. Click Generate License File.
Generating a license file
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