# Network License Manual Activation

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Manual activation on the network license server is needed when your internet connectivity is limited
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## For Admin

1. Navigate to 'Activation tab' > 'Manual activation'

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2. Insert and submit activation code to get a request file

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3. Save the [request file](#user-content-fn-1)[^1]\ <br>

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4. Visit [the manual activation page](http://manualactivation.softwarepotential.com/) on any device
5. Browse for the previously saved request file
6. Activate the license

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7. Download '.bin' license file

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8. Navigate back to the [network license server](#user-content-fn-2)[^2]
9. Choose the previously saved '.bin' file
10. Click '*Install*'

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We recommend saving the license certificate for future reference
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## **For End User**

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Make sure your workstation has the [latest AGACAD Dock installed](https://docs.besmart.software/getting-started/quick-start/arkance-dock-installation-guide)
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1. Launch Revit® > open any project
2. Navigate to the [license manager](#user-content-fn-3)[^3] > Manage

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4. Set your [license server address](#user-content-fn-4)[^4] > Save

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License server address is the server Hostname or IP address with port number '8731' \
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Example: *http\://**YourServerName**:8731 or with IP address http\://**192.X.X.X**:8731*
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5. You should now see a list of available licenses on the server.\
   Select your tool or solution > click 'Install'

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Technical documentation and training videos are available directly from the Dock\
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Click the tool > click the '?' (question mark icon):

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<details>

<summary>Having troubles?</summary>

1. Common solutions are listed in the [Troubleshooting guide](https://docs.besmart.software/getting-started/troubleshooting)
2. Reach out to <support@besmart.software> for personal assistance

</details>

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[^1]: &#x20;A '.txt' file will be saved on your workstation

[^2]: &#x20;*http\://**LocalHost**:2468/Web/Activation/Manual*

[^3]: The gear icon in the bottom right corner

[^4]: License server address is the server Hostname or IP address with port number '8731' \
    \
    Example: *http\://**YourServerName**:8731 or with IP address http\://**192.X.X.X**:8731*