User Manual Owner's manual

16 Rockwell Automation Publication 1789-UM002J-EN-P - December 2012
Chapter 1
Run the FactoryTalk Activation Manager
When you install Studio 5000 environment, FactoryTalk Activation Manager is automatically
installed on the computer where the activation needs to reside. The FactoryTalk Activation
Manager software manages activations for the Rockwell Software products installed on the
computer. The FactoryTalk Activation Manager opens automatically when you install a new
Rockwell Software product.
You can also run the tool from the Windows Start menu by choosing Start>Programs>Rockwell
Software>FactoryTalk Activation>FactoryTalk Activation Manager.
For more information about the FactoryTalk Activation Manager, refer to the online help in the
software.
You need to have the following information available to activate your license:
• Host ID
• Serial Number
• Product Key
To start activation, follow these steps.
1. Click ‘Find Available Activations’ or ‘Get New Activations’.
2. Follow steps 1…5 in the FactoryTalk Activation Manager.
Item Description
Host ID This is found by using the FactoryTalk Activation Manager.
Choose Start>Programs>Rockwell Software>FactoryTalk
Activation>FactoryTalk.
Serial Number This is a 10-digit number supplied to you when you purchased
your product.
Product Key This is usually found in a red envelope that is shipped with
your product.