RE: Frequently asked questions about activation of JAWS

  • From: "Rose Combs" <rosecombs@xxxxxxxxx>
  • To: jfw@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
  • Date: Sat, 12 Feb 2005 15:42:04 -0700

I think that anyone who truly did have major problems reading that code
should contact FS support, I do not think they have anyone reading the
list at this time.  


Rose Combs
rosecombs@xxxxxxxxx 

-----Original Message-----
From: jfw-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:jfw-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On
Behalf Of Sean McMahon
Sent: Friday, February 11, 2005 2:32 PM
To: jfw@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: Re: Frequently asked questions about activation of JAWS


I know I've asked this question before, is a dongle the same as a usb
flash drive.  Can you lock your authorization to the flash drive and
have it act like a dongle then use it on multiple computers?
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "howard wolcott" <hwolcott@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <jfw@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Friday, February 11, 2005 2:05 PM
Subject: Re: Frequently asked questions about activation of JAWS


hi:    what is this tri-fold business on the FAQ? mine was in a bi-fold.
let's at least have some accuracy from FS.    i guess they can't count.
howard wolcott
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Chris Skarstad" <toonhead5@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <jfw@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Friday, February 11, 2005 1:51 PM
Subject: Frequently asked questions about activation of JAWS


> This is from the JAWS help topics, hope this information is useful. 
> Frequently Asked Questions about Activation
>
> Below are frequently asked questions about the Internet License 
> Manager
> (ILM) activation process.
>
> What is the Authorization number?
>
> It is a 20 digit code that can be found on the tri-fold sleeve that 
> holds your JAWS CD in print and Braille.
>
> What is the Locking code?
>
> The Locking code is a digital fingerprint of your computer system that

> "locks" your copy of JAWS to your computer. You must install JAWS to 
> generate your computer's Locking code. After you install JAWS, start 
> the program, open the Help menu, and choose About JAWS for Windows to 
> find your Locking code.
>
> What is the Activation License code?
>
> The Activation License code is the final piece of encoded data needed 
> for activation. It is an alphanumeric code that has over 100 
> characters.
>
> Can I remove the Activation License Code from my computer?
>
> Yes. This code can be deleted from a computer, but cannot be moved to 
> a different system. To do this, open the Start menu and go to the JAWS

> program group. Then, open the Tools submenu and choose Remove Product 
> Activation.
>
> If I don't have an Internet connection, how can I activate JAWS?
>
> You can contact Freedom Scientific or anyone who has an Internet 
> connection and have them complete the process for you. Refer to
> Activating through a Trusted Third Party
> for more information.
>
> What will happen to the ability to use older versions of JAWS, such as

> 4.51, once the new authorization scheme is in place?
>
> Older versions will still use the older scheme. The new scheme will 
> only be used for JAWS 5.10 and later.
>
> Will there be any potential conflicts between the old system and the 
> new authorization when someone uses a new version of JAWS on the same 
> system as an older version?
>
> No. The different solutions will not conflict with each other. You can

> continue to use 4.51, 3.7U, and 5.10 all on the same computer provided

> you have both authorizations in place.
>
> Will users of JAWS 5.0 or earlier be able to continue with the 
> 3.5-inch disk-based authorization system, and will authorization disks

> and keys continue to be replaced as needed?
>
> Yes.
>
> How long will Freedom Scientific support the old authorization scheme?
>
> For as long as our customers require it. We expect this will continue 
> for many years to come.
>
> Will all future JAWS customers be getting this new scheme?
>
> Yes, for the most part. However, there will be exceptions. All 
> Multi-User Activation customers will get an opportunity to switch 
> starting with 5.10, but it will not be mandatory since it takes time 
> to change large organizations.
> As for other parts of the world, where they currently use different
> authorization
> schemes, this new system will not be an option.
>
> Do you still have my serial number?
>
> Yes. You can find your serial number in the About JAWS dialog and on 
> the status line of the JAWS user interface.
>
> Will I ever need more than three activations?
>
> This depends on the number of computer systems you own and install 
> your license on. To see how many keys are currently available for use,

> visit the Number of Keys Currently Available
> page on the Web.
>
> How do I get more activations?
>
> Call (727) 803-8015 and register with Customer Service to obtain 
> additional activations.
>
> Will I need to have the CD if I lose it?
>
> No, provided you record and safely store your Authorization number, 
> you can always enter it manually if needed. This code is Brailled and 
> printed on the
> JAWS CD tri-fold sleeve.
>
> Can I order a replacement Authorization CD?
>
> Yes, Freedom Scientific will be able to assist you in processing an 
> order for a nominal fee. To avoid any delays in this process, you 
> should be sure to register your product license as soon as possible.
>
> What if I do consulting on other people's machines and might need to 
> work on a different machine every couple of months?
>
> A solution for you might be to get a dongle to use for these cases. 
> You can then just carry the dongle and that JAWS version if you intend

> on using lots
> of machines for short periods of time. Dongles are sold separately.
> Contact
> Freedom Scientific Sales for further information.
>
> What about Network installations? Is there an Internet solution for 
> that too?
>
> Yes, there is a good network solution. The documentation for this 
> network solution is available on the CD, or you can refer to the 
> Network Authorization Quick Start Guide.
>
> How can I use JAWS on multiple computers connected to the same 
> network?
>
> If you have a network license for JAWS, you can install a license 
> server that provides "tokens" to authorize JAWS on client computers. 
> The number of tokens
> available is determined by the type of license you purchase. If you
set up
> a license server, you can use JAWS on any computer connected to the
> network
> as long as a token is free. For more information, refer to the
> Network Authorization Quick Start Guide.
>
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