Connect to a Volume License Server Option Is Greyed Out in NI License Manager

Updated Sep 24, 2026

Issue Details

I am trying to connect my computer to a volume license server, but the Connect to a Volume License Server option in NI License Manager is greyed out and cannot be selected.

Solution

This is expected behavior if the computer is already connected to a volume license server. When an existing connection is configured, the Connect to a Volume License Server option may appear greyed out.

To verify the connection:

  1. Open NI License Manager.
  2. Check the Network Licenses section to confirm that the volume license server and associated network licenses are listed.
  3. If the licenses are available, open or launch the NI software you are trying to use and verify that it starts successfully and can obtain the appropriate license.

If the software launches and activates using the network license, no additional connection to the volume license server is required.