Finding Unique NI Computer ID for Activation and Licensing

Updated Jun 13, 2024

Environment

Software

  • NI License Manager

NI product activation uses the Computer ID of a computer to uniquely identify it.  A Computer ID is a 16-character value that uniquely identifies your computer and is specific to NI product activation. It is typically generated for your device upon the first installation of NI software. (Note: The Computer ID is not the same as the Windows Product ID.)

This document describes how you can find your Computer ID within NI License Manager.

Considerations:

  1. Launch NI License Manager.
  2. Select Computer Information
  3. The computer ID is displayed under the computer name.
 
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Note: On older versions of NI License Manager (prior to version 4.0), click on Display Computer Information (F7 key).
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Next Steps

You may use the Computer ID to generate an activation code and Activate NI Software Without Internet Connection.