Software License Management Using NI VLM Course Overview
This course shows you how to set up, manage, and troubleshoot a volume license agreement using NI Volume License Manager. You will learn how to successfully check out a license, create a disconnected license file, and create a volume license installer.
Available formats
Virtual training not available for this course
Classroom training not available for this course
Private Classes not available for this course
Course Objectives
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Explain the benefits and terminology related to NI’s volume license agreement types
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Set up a server using NI Volume License Manager
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Add and assign licenses to named users and computers
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Manage concurrent licenses using groups in NI VLM
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Generate a disconnected license so that computers not on the network can acquire a license and operate the software
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Distribute software to their client machines using a volume license installer
Course Details
Duration
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On-Demand: 2 hours
Audience
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LabVIEW developers who are concerned about creating quality applications that must meet deadlines, satisfy requirements, and satisfy regulatory standards
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Advanced LabVIEW programmers who are managing the development of large applications
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Architects managing a team of developers
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LabVIEW users pursuing the Certified LabVIEW Architect certification
Prerequisites
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None
NI Products Used
If you take the course On-Demand:
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NI Volume License Manager
Training Materials
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On-demand training includes digital course materials delivered through the NI Learning Center, available for the access duration of your subscription
Cost in Credits
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On-Demand: Included with software subscription and enterprise agreements, or 5 Education Services Credits, or 2 Training Credits
Software License Management Using NI VLM Course Outline
| Lesson | Overview | Topics |
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Exploring NI License Management | Get familiar with software license programs offered by NI and explore the different types of NI licenses. |
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Setting Up a License Server | Explore the setup process for a License Server. |
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Adding a User or a Computer | Get familiar with the processes of adding client permissions |
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| Creating a Group for License Distribution | Learn the basics of creating groups for license distribution. |
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| Creating a Disconnected License | Explore disconnected and home license file types and learn how to create them. |
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| Creating a Volume License Installer | Create a Volume License Installer. |
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| Connecting to a Volume License Server | Learn how to connect to a Volume License Server after being assigned the license. |
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| Requesting and Installing a Disconnected License | Learn how to request and install Disconnected and Home Licenses. |
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| Troubleshooting Errors with NI VLM License Server | Learn how to troubleshoot errors you may receive while running an NI VLM License Server. |
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| Accepting or Rejecting a Permission Request | Learn how to manage permission requests from the end users. |
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| Changing Servers: Back Up and Restore NI VLM | Learn how to back up and move all user and computer information to the new server. |
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| Generating a Usage Report | Learn how to generate different usage reports to maintain compliance and monitor usage data. |
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