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Software Activation

The latest version of the software is always available for downloading from our website. It is a fully functional software with the software simulator, all the libraries, examples, and comprehensive help included.
The only limitation of the free version is that it cannot generate hex output over 2K of program words. Although it might sound restrictive, this margin allows you to develop practical, working applications with no thinking of demo limit.

If you intend to develop really complex projects, then you should consider the possibility of purchasing the software license.

Q. What is the Software License?

Software license is the permission to use the software with all it's features. License is granted to the customer by mikroElektronika as a licensor.
The customer must purchase the license rights and then apply a License Activation Key to unlock the software and remove the Demo Limit. The customer is bound to comply with the Terms of Usage defined in the Software License Agreement.

Q. What is the Activation Key?

The Activation Key is a uniqe sequence consisted of 20 characters and numbers. It is delivered to the user upon purchase. The Activation Key is located at the back of the License Activation Card.
At all times, Activation Key remains the property of MikroElektronika.

Q. What is Software Activation?

Activation is a process of validation of the Activation Key. Successful Activation removes the Demo Limit and unlocks all software features.

Q. How to Perform the Activation?

• 1. Download and install software from http://www.mikroe.com/ or from the Product DVD.
• 2. Start the application. Open Help menu and click the Software Activation option.
• 3. Enter the Activation Key in the Key fields. Type in your general information in the fields below as well.
• 4. Click the Activate button.

How to Get Activation Key

After you have completed the payment procedure, start the program. Select Help › Software Activation from the drop-down menu or click the Software Activation Icon .

You can choose between two registering methods, I work online or I work offline, based on your current internet connection and click Request license key now button :

If you choose I work online registering method, following page will be opened in your default browser :

Fill out the registration form, select your distributor, and click the Submit button.

If you choose I work offline registering method, following window will be opened :

Fill out the registration form, select your distributor, and click the Submit button.

This will start your e-mail client with message ready for sending. Review the information you have entered, and add the comment if you deem it necessary. Please, do not modify the subject line.

Upon receiving and verifying your request, we will send the activation key to the e-mail address you specified in the form.