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How do you enroll a nodelock license for CATIA V5?

A nodelock license is a standalone license tied to a specific computer. It allows users to run CATIA V5 on a single machine without requiring network access to a license server. This is ideal for individual users or laptops used offline. To enroll a nodelock license, follow these steps:

Prepare the license file:

  • Copy the provided license file (e.g., .lic) to your computer.
  • Avoid placing it in C:\ProgramData\DassaultSystemes\Licenses.

Create the licenses folder:

  • Navigate to C:\ProgramData\DassaultSystemes.
  • Create a folder named licenses if it doesn’t already exist.
  • Delete any existing licenses in this folder to avoid conflicts.

Open the nodelock key management tool:

  • Go to start > programs > CATIA > tools > nodelock key management V5-6R20XX (replace XX with your CATIA version).

Import the license:

  • In the nodelock key manager, click on file > import.
  • Browse to the location of the license file (e.g., on your desktop) and select it.
  • Click open to import the license.

Verify the license:

  • The enrolled license will appear in the list within the nodelock key manager.
  • Check that the license is valid and displays the correct expiration date.

If you have a paper-based license or no .lic file:

  • Open the nodelock key manager and select file > add.

Enter the required details from your paper license, including:

  • Serial number
  • Product code
  • Click add to manually enroll the license.

Over time, unused licenses may accumulate in the nodelock file. To clear them:

  • Open the nodelock key manager.
  • Select file > clear.
  • Confirm that obsolete licenses are removed from the file.

Once enrolled, a nodelock license allows you to use CATIA V5 without network access, making it ideal for laptops or standalone setups. By following these steps, you can successfully enroll and manage nodelock licenses for CATIA V5, ensuring uninterrupted access to your software on a single machine.

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