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CompuTec License Server Installation
The CompuTec License Server is required to manage user licenses for CompuTec solutions.
This tutorial guides you through installing the License Server on a Windows system and configuring the firewall so that it can communicate on the correct port.
For details about available license types, see CompuTec ProcessForce User License Types.
Prerequisites
Before you begin:
- You must have administrator rights on the Windows system.
- Remove any previously installed versions of:
- CompuTec ProcessForce License Server
- SAP COM License Bridge (if used with ProcessForce 8.81, 8.82, or 9.0 PL05–PL08 HotFix).
- Ensure you have downloaded the latest CompuTec License Server package.
CompuTec License Server can be installed in a Windows environment only.
Steps to Install CompuTec License Server
Step 1: Run the Installer
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Extract the ZIP file.
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Run the
CompuTec.LicenseServer.Setup.msifile and click "Next":
Step 2: Choose Installation Location
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Accept the default folder (recommended) or choose a custom location.
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Click Next.
Step 3: Complete Installation
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Confirm settings and click Install.
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When the installation finishes successfully, click Finish.
Step 4: Configure Windows Firewall
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Navigate to
Windows Settings → Network & Internet → Windows Firewall:
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Click on Advanced settings option:
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In the Windows Firewall with Advanced Security window, select Inbound Rules and click New Rule... to open the New Inbound Rule Wizard.
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Choose Port as the rule type:
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Choose TCP protocol and specify 30002 as the local port:
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Choose Allow the connection:
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Choose all profiles:
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Specify the rule name and click Finish:
Outcome
You have successfully:
- Installed the CompuTec License Server.
- Configured Windows Firewall to allow inbound TCP connections on port 30002.
Your CompuTec solutions can now connect to the License Server and validate licenses.