Problem

CAMWorks network licensing allows for setting a static port number for the lmgrd.exe component of the license. This is typically established when requesting the CAMWorks network license file; otherwise, it defaults to 27000.

Additionally, the port assignment for the component teksoft.exe is dynamic. Therefore, it is not part of the license request process. This article goes over how to set a Static Port Number for Teksoft.

Solution 1: File-Based License

There are instances where the teksoft.exe component is required to have a specific/static port number assigned. This can be accomplished by editing the CAMWorks license file (.lic) with the steps below:

1. Edit the CAMWorks license file (.lic) using a text editor, such as Notepad.
2. Insert a new line after the line labeled SERVER.
3. Enter the following text with the desired static port number:
   VENDOR teksoft port=#####

4. Add this line of text to each module block of the license file.

   

5. Save the edited license file
6. To apply the modified license to the CW License Manager, the license Service must be stopped and then removed using the controls available in the CW License Manager.
7. Close and re-open the CW License Manager (Run As Administrator) to allow setting up the Server Settings tab.

Solution 2: Online Activation (FNO) License

The CAMWorks License Manager has a parameter in the Server Settings tab to set the desired static port for 'Teksoft'. The parameter field is labeled as Secondary Port(Optional). Enter the desired port number to be set as the static port number for Teksoft.exe.

For additional support, existing customers can submit a ticket or new customers can contact Hawk Ridge Systems.