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Error "invalid license key (inconsistent authentication code)" seen when building toolkit with 11.13.1

SummaryThe error "invalid license key (inconsistent authentication code)" is seen (when running with older applications into new server) when building toolkit with 11.13.1 despite all correct steps being followed.SymptomsThe error "invalid license ke...

by dhumphreys Level 5 Nov 14, 2018

Error Message FlexNet Publisher 2015 (11.13.1)

error LNK2001: unresolved external symbol __imp_PathRemoveBackslashW

SummaryThis article will explain how to overcome the linker error "unresolved external symbol __imp_PathRemoveBackslashW".SymptomsWhen building the v11.13.1+ with a Visual Studio 2010 compiler, the following error is displayed: "mgr.lib(flex_file.ob...

jmcmillan Revenera Nov 14, 2018

Error Message FlexNet Publisher 2015 (11.13.1)

Installing 32bit lmadmin to "Program Files (x86)" folder on 64bit Windows prevents starting it as a service

SummaryInstalling 32bit lmadmin to "Program Files (x86)" folder on 64bit Windows prevents starting it as a serviceQuestionWith FlexNet Publisher 2015 (11.13.1), if you install lmadmin on a 64bit Windows system under "Program Files (x86)" folder (sinc...

by mtbruce Flexera Alumni Nov 14, 2018

FlexNet Publisher 2015 (11.13.1) Question

Could not open configuration file C: Program Files (x86)\\<vendorName>lmadmin/conf/httpd.conf: The system cannot find the path specified.

SummaryThis article will explain how to overcome the lmadmin startup error: "Could not open configuration file C: Program Files (x86)\\/lmadmin/conf/httpd.conf: The system cannot find the path specified." when placing files that are user customised i...

jmcmillan Revenera Nov 14, 2018

Error Message FlexNet Publisher 2015 (11.13.1) FlexNet Publisher 2015 SP1 (11.13.1.1) FlexNet Publisher 2015 SU 1 (11.13.1.2)

License server machine is down or not responding. (-96,491)

SummaryThis article will explain how to overcome the (-96,491) error when using the Flexnet Publisher v11.13.1 toolkit.SymptomsWhen trying to connect to a license server with a client built with the Flexnet Publisher v11.13.1 toolkit, and there is la...

jmcmillan Revenera Nov 14, 2018

Error Message FlexNet Publisher 2015 (11.13.1)

What could cause UMN2 values to change in newer FlexNet Publisher versions 11.13.1 ?

SummaryWhat could cause UMN2 values to change in newer FNP versions 11.13.1 ?QuestionWhat could cause UMN2 values to change in newer FlexNet Publisher versions 11.13.1 ?Example:11.13.1 x64_n6UMN1: 37136D8EAA1D118B621666C318022F01AB99AAAAUMN2: CD09EF1...

by mwaliullah Level 6 Nov 14, 2018

FlexNet Publisher 2015 (11.13.1) FlexNet Publisher 2015 SP1 (11.13.1.1) FlexNet Publisher 2015 SU 1 (11.13.1.2) Question

Why is remaining linger time in lmstat showing wrong whenever license server restarted?

SummaryWhy is remaining linger time in lmstat showing wrong whenever license server restarted?QuestionWe noticed the borrow timestamp (linger countdown value) will reset on the server side when the license server restarts. The count restarts, but the...

by mtbruce Flexera Alumni Nov 13, 2018

License Server will not start unless logged on as system account

SummaryFNP license server will not start when installed as a service now that the service startup is configured for 'Local Service' rather than 'Local System'SymptomsFlexNet Publisher license server will not start when installed as a service now that...

by dhumphreys Level 5 Nov 13, 2018

FlexNet Publisher 2015 (11.13.1) How To

License server fails to start if debug log is specified under "Program Files" or "Program Files (x86)"

SummaryLicense server fails to start if debug log is specified under "Program Files" or "Program Files (x86)"QuestionLicense server fails to start if debug log is specified under "Program Files" or "Program Files (x86)"AnswerThis is a known issue in ...

by mge Flexera Alumni Nov 13, 2018

FlexNet Publisher 2015 (11.13.1) Question

FNP calling IP address 169.254.169.254

SummaryAs part of the Amazon EC2 detection FNP may make calls to the IP Address 169.254.169.254:80SynopsisStarting with FlexNet Publisher (FNP) 11.12 it has been noticed that FNP attempts to communicate with the IP address 169.254.169.254. Discussion...

by dhumphreys Level 5 Nov 13, 2018

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Which version of OpenSSL is used with FNP?

SummaryWhich version of OpenSSL is used with FlexNet Publisher?QuestionWhich version of OpenSSL is used with FlexNet Publisher?AnswerFor FNP 11.12.1, the OpenSSL version used was 1.0.1e. For FNP 11.13.1, the OpenSSL version used was 1.0.1h. In FNP 11...

by mtbruce Flexera Alumni Nov 13, 2018

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FlexNet Publisher 2015 SP4 (11.13.1.4) Release Notes

SummaryFlexNet Publisher 2015 SP4 (11.13.1.4) Release NotesSynopsisBelow are the Table of Contents from the attached FlexNet Publisher 2015 SP4 (11.13.1.4) Release Notes.This is meant to act as a reference for KnowledgeBase Article search return resu...

by mtbruce Flexera Alumni Nov 13, 2018

FlexNet Publisher 2015 (11.13.1) Product & Release Info

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New to FlexNet Publisher and not sure where to start? Then this article is for you! In this guide, we outline your next steps in order to have a successful journey with the FlexNet Publisher product. Obtain Your Producer Information Upon purchasing FlexNet Publisher, you should have received two emails from Revenera: Order Confirmation email: This email not only contains your organization's order information, but it also contains your organization's [Account ID] and [Product ID] details required to register for the Revenera Community. Note: Registering on the Revenera Community with your Account ID and Product ID, as well as approved access to the Product and License Center, is mandatory to download the FlexNet Publisher product and its resources. Production Keys email: This email contains your organization's producer information (vendor and vendor keys) required to build your FlexNet Publisher licensed application and other licensing components. Access the Product and Other Product Resources 1. Register for the Revenera Community Using the Account ID and Product ID details from the order confirmation email, sign up for the Revenera Community. Check out our Welcome to the Revenera Community help article for more information. 2. Get access to the Product and License Center If you are the original recipient of the order confirmation email, you were automatically designated your organization's Product and License Center Administrator (PLC Admin). With the PLC Admin role, you can manage Product and License Center access for your team members once they sign up for the community. This can be done using the Product and License Center User Administration page. If you were not the original recipient of the order confirmation email, you will need to sign up for the community and request access from your PLC Admin. If you do not know who in your organization has the PLC Admin role, please contact Revenera Technical Support for assistance. 3. Download the product Once you've gained access to the Product and License Center, navigate to Product List -> FlexNet Licensing -> FlexNet Publisher. From here you can download the FlexNet Publisher local license server and toolkit by platform. 4. Access product documentation Download the FlexNet Publisher Documentation Library file for developer related documentation. This is available on the Product and License Center under Product List -> FlexNet Licensing -> FlexNet Publisher -> FlexNet Publisher Documentation. For license server administration documentation, visit the FlexNet Publisher section of the Documentation Site. Prepare Your Build Environment Follow the instructions in the following documents to install your FlexNet Publisher toolkit and prepare your development environment: FlexNet Publisher Installation Guide FlexNet Publisher Development Environment Guide These guides are included in the FlexNet Publisher Documentation Library file. Stay Up to Date Be sure to subscribe to the FlexNet Publisher News blog to receive product release and other important notifications. You can also subscribe to the Software Monetization Release Schedule* to keep track of upcoming FlexNet Publisher releases. *Note: Requires community login Learn More or Get Help The Revenera Community offers a variety of resources to learn about the FlexNet Publisher product: Search the FlexNet Publisher Knowledge Base for how-to, faq, and problem type articles. The Revenera Learning Center* current hosts several recordings from our live customer events. In the future, the learning center will host our FlexNet Publisher training videos. If you run into a problem or have questions, you can use the following resources: Post a question on the FlexNet Publisher Forum* and learn from your peers and other FlexNet Publisher product experts. Open a new case online using the Get Support -> Open New Case* form. *Note: Requires community login

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