Resolution
Fact
Directory and Resource Administrator 7.x
Directory and Resource Administrator 8.x
symptom
Cannot apply permanent license file, invalid file error.
symptom
Invalid license error.
Goal
What is the LicenseInstall.exe utility used for?
cause
Invalid file error when trying to apply a permanent license file.
fix
To apply the permanent license:
- Download https://download.netiq.com/kb/files/NETIQKB48774_LicenseInstall.exe.
- Click Start > Run.
- Enter
NETIQKB48774_LicenseInstall.exe /File <path to license file>.
If you don't want to see any messages (silent mode), specify the/S
option. - Restart the NetIQ Administration service to activate the license.
Example: On your Directory and Resource Administrator server, in C:\License Files
, you have the license file DRA.lic
. On your Directory and Resource Administrator server, run: LicenseInstall /File C:\License Files\DRA.lic
Additional Information
Formerly known as NETIQKB48774