Replacing License-Sensitive Hardware (Changing The Mac Address) - Siemens HiPath 3000 Service Manual

8.4.7 Replacing License-sensitive Hardware (Changing the MAC
Address)
A new license file is always required if you replace a license-sensitive HiPath 3000 control
board due to a hardware defect. In this case, the MAC address changes and the license be-
comes invalid.
The "Rehost" function of the Central License Server (CLS) enables the licenses to be moved
from the old MAC address (the old HiPath 3000 control board to be replaced) to a new MAC
address (a new HiPath 3000 control board).
Procedure
Step
1. HiPath License Management:
Invoke the Central License Server (CLS) via https://www.central-license-
server.com/
Select the language version for the License Management Center.
Log on by entering the user name and password.
2. Call the "Rehost Licenses" function under "Management of Used Licenses".
Different search criteria are displayed in order to call up the licenses to be converted.
3. Enter the MAC address of the HiPath 3000 control board to be replaced (defective)
in the Locking ID input field.
After the Find button is selected, the licenses belonging to the MAC address are dis-
played.
4. Activate the Rehost button.
In the subsequent dialog, define the MAC address to which the new license should
be linked.
5. In the "MAC Address" input field, enter the MAC address for the new control board.
Click Next.
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