# Network License Server Renewal

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**Note:** For easier end-user access, it is recommended to install the Network License Server on the same machine as the Revit Server
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## For Admin

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If the license will be activated on the same workstation or server, simply use new codes in Activation tab of your license server dashboard.
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1. Remove the current Network License Server:\
   Go to Control Panel > Programs & Features > 'Uninstall'
2. Find and delete the registry folder: \
   2.1. Hold the 'Windows key' and press 'R' key\
   2.2. In the new ‘Run’ window, type 'regedit' and press 'Enter' key\
   2.3. Locate and delete the registry folder -HKEY\_LOCAL\_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\InishTech
3. Install [Network License Server](https://cdn.iv.agacad.com/attachments/1078/NetworkLicenceServer-4.0.2020.2.msi)
4. Go to your network license dashboard: '*http\://**YourServerName**:2468/Web/Activation/Add'* and activate your network pool using new codes
5. Open Activation tab in NLM Server
6. Enter provided activation key in Activation key field and click Submit

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## **For End User**

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Make sure your workstation has the [latest ARKANCE 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-1)[^1] > Manage

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4. Set your [license server address](#user-content-fn-2)[^2] > 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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<summary>Having troubles?</summary>

1. Common issue - [Server Error in ‘/Web’ Application](https://docs.besmart.software/getting-started/troubleshooting/network-license-server-error-in-web-application)
2. Common issue -  [Server Installation Error ](https://docs.besmart.software/getting-started/troubleshooting/network-license-server-installation-error)
3. More common solutions - [Troubleshooting guide](https://docs.besmart.software/getting-started/troubleshooting)
4. Reach out to <support@besmart.software> for personal assistance

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[^1]: The gear icon in the bottom right corner

[^2]: 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*