Mikrotik Change Software Id Link !exclusive! Review
MikroTik License Management: How to Change a Software ID
If you are managing MikroTik devices, you know that RouterOS is one of the most robust networking operating systems on the market. However, if you are utilizing licensed features, you will eventually encounter the Software ID.
- On x86 (PC) hardware: Based on the hard drive/SSD serial number and the Motherboard UUID.
- On Cloud Core Router (CCR) or RouterBoard: Based on the built-in TPM chip and board serial number.
Step-by-Step: Changing Software ID by Moving License (Legit Transfer)
If you want to move a paid license from an old hard drive to a new one (thus changing Software ID legally): mikrotik change software id link
If you are on an older RouterOS version (pre-v3.25) and see a new SoftID format (XXXX-XXXX), use the "Update License Key" MikroTik License Management: How to Change a Software
Summary Checklist
| Goal | Is it possible? | How to do it |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Change the Router Name | YES | /system identity set name=... |
| Change the License Software ID | NO | It is hard-coded into the hardware. |
| Change the IP Address | YES | /ip address menu. | On x86 (PC) hardware: Based on the hard