Transferring Your DraftSight License: A Step-by-Step Guide
Transferring your DraftSight license from one computer to another is a straightforward process that ensures you can continue utilizing the software without interruptions. Follow these detailed steps to effectively deactivate your current license from one machine and reactivate it on another.
Step 1: Access the Help Menu
Start by launching DraftSight on the computer where the license is currently activated. Look for the menu at the top of the screen and locate the Help option.
Step 2: Deactivate Your License
Within the Help menu, you will find an option that says Deactivate DraftSight. Click on this to begin the deactivation process. A prompt may appear, confirming your intention to deactivate. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the deactivation.
Step 3: Ensure Successful Deactivation
After deactivating, ensure that the software confirms the successful release of the license. This step is crucial, as it guarantees that the license is now free to be activated on another device.
Step 4: Install DraftSight on the New Computer
On the new computer where you wish to activate your DraftSight license, begin by downloading and installing the DraftSight software. Visit the DraftSight download page, select the appropriate version for your system (Windows 64-bit or 32-bit), and follow the installation prompts.
Step 5: Activating Your License
Once the installation is complete, launch DraftSight. You will be prompted to activate the software. Enter your license key when instructed, and follow the activation wizard to finalize the process.
Step 6: Verify Activation
After completing the activation process, confirm that DraftSight is fully functional on the new machine. You can do this by creating a new document or opening an existing one to ensure that all features are active and there are no issues.
FAQs
1. Can I deactivate my DraftSight license multiple times?
Yes, you can deactivate and reactivate your DraftSight license as needed, provided you follow the deactivation process correctly each time.
2. What should I do if I encounter issues during deactivation?
If you run into problems when trying to deactivate your license, ensure that you have administrative permissions on the computer and that DraftSight is not currently running any processes in the background. If issues persist, contacting customer support may be necessary.
3. Is there a limit on how many computers I can install DraftSight on?
While you can install DraftSight on multiple computers, only one machine can have the license activated at any given time. Therefore, you must deactivate it on one computer before activating it on another.
