FAQ - Node-locked License Installation Instuctions

  1. You must have “System Administrator” privileges to successfully install AdvantEdge FEM or Production Module.
  2. Uninstall any existing versions of AdvantEdge FEM orProduction Module using “Add/Remove Programs” in the Control Panel. Do not delete the \ThirdWaveSystems\AdvantEdge\ directory, as iit contains your license.
  3. Insert CD or download software from FTP link.  CD should start automatically or double click on downloaded “setup.exe” icon to install. Follow prompts to install.
  4. Obtain your license by contacting your Third Wave Systems representative.  In order to create a permanent license, Third Wave Support will require the host ID for the computer you plan on using.  This host ID can be acquired by double-clicking on the hostid.bat file located in the C:\ThirdWaveSystems\AdvantEdge\license directory of your computer.
  5. Save license to the C:\ThirdWaveSystems\AdvantEdge\license directory on your computer. If your license is for Production Module, your installation is now complete.  If your license includes AdvantEdge FEM, proceed to Steps 6 and 7.
  6. Once you have copied the new license to the license folder, try restarting the license service.  To do this go to Start Menu > Programs > ThirdWaveSystems AdvantEdge > License Management > Start-Remove-Update License Service.  When the dialog box opens click remove license services.  Then browse for your license in the C:\ThirdWaveSystems\AdvantEdge\license directory and click start license services. 
    Note:  This step can be skipped if you are using a demo license.
  7. Double click on “advantpost.exe” in C:\ThirdWaveSystems\AdvantEdge\advantpost\bin to check the license. If it is not functioning properly, the following message will appear: