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 feature is only available in the Professional Edition.
This code results in a copy protection error if the applications is started on the server AND on the workstation. It only works if the server is used as a dedicated server. Use code 1-3 in case of an problem.