ETAP License Path Selection editor is a core component of the ETAP License Wizard , which launches automatically the first time
. Once borrowed, the computer can run ETAP independently without a network connection until the period expires. Network Tiers: Paths can be configured for different network scopes: Limited to one physical office. Regional WAN: Accessible across client offices in one country. Global WAN: Accessible globally across all client offices. issues during path selection? License Type - ETAP
- Step 1 – Path Reading: ETAP reads the license path from the system registry (HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\ETAP\Licensing) or an environment variable.
- Step 2 – Path Resolution: The software resolves
hostnameto an IP address via DNS or checks for a local USB dongle via the USB driver stack. - Step 3 – Verification: A handshake occurs. The license server responds with a “hello” packet. A local dongle returns its serial number. This is when you see the “verified” message in debug logs.
- Step 4 – Feature Check: ETAP requests a specific feature (e.g., “etap_main,” “etap_arcflash”). If available, the license is acquired. If not, you get “No license available” despite the path being verified.
- Perpetual License: A one-time purchase license with a perpetual validity.
- Subscription License: A time-based license with a recurring fee, offering access to ETAP for a specified period.
- Floating License: A license that allows multiple users to access ETAP on a network, with a limited number of concurrent users.
