This Installation Code combines the Volume ID, MAC address and Hostname with the UNC pathname (details).

 

The combination of the several installation codes makes the cheating significantly more difficult.

 

Pros/Cons

+ Cheating is extremely difficult due to the 4 used parameters

+ If an image tool is used, the MAC address is still different

+ Good within a network because the MAC address must be unique

+ Allows only one installation on one machine

+ Works in single user and network environment

- Needs more often a re-licensing – more administration overhead

- See considerations for multiple network cards and subnets

- Restricted use in network environment with Windows 98 / NT machines

 

This installation code is only available in the Professional Edition.