Replacing the Server PC

Replacing the Server PC

This section outlines the procedure for replacing the server PC.

Operations on the Old Server PC

[1] Shut down the Network License Manager (NLM).
Refer to Step 1–2 of the NLM Restart Manual for details.

[2] Remove the USB license dongle from the old server PC.

Operations on the New Server PC

[3] Install NLM on the new server.

[4] Insert the USB license dongle into a USB port on the new server PC.

[5] Start the NLM.
Reference: Starting NLM – IRONCAD User Guide
When launching, be sure to right-click the NLM icon and select "Run as administrator" from the context menu.

[6] Check the IP address of the new host PC using the ipconfig command.
Open Command Prompt, type ipconfig, and press Enter to view the IP address.

Operations on Client PCs

[7] Update each client PC to connect to the new host IP address.

    • Related Articles

    • Folders and Files Not Created or Reflected

      Deleted IRONCAD folders and files are not recreated after launching IRONCAD. Copying and pasting IRONCAD folders and files from another PC does not reflect in the current environment. If this issue occurs, it is possible that a management tool such ...

    • Checking Firewall Port Numbers for IRONCAD

      IRONCAD's network license (CU) uses a red USB dongle connected to the license server. Launch NLM - IRONCAD User's Guide To allow client PCs to connect properly, the port numbers preconfigured in IRONCAD must be opened on the server's firewall. Port ...

    • IRONCAD Performance Issues After Windows Update

      After a Windows update, IRONCAD performance may become slow or unresponsive. If you experience these issues, please follow the steps below. Cause: The issue may be related to compatibility between the graphics card driver and IRONCAD. Solution 1: ...

    • Icons Appear White

      After performing any of the following operations, scene files (.ics) or 2D files (.exb) may appear with a white (blank) icon: Reinstalling IRONCAD Upgrading IRONCAD Windows Upgrade Apply Windows Updates Solution: Change the default program associated ...

    • Unable to create "Assemble" on the externally linked part side

      After saving some parts from the assembly scene with an external link, open the externally linked parts separately. Within a single external link part, you cannot create an assembly. Causes Example: Open externally linked parts separately from the ...