Activation Methods

You can activate Monarch by specifying an Activation Code, connecting to the Monarch License Server or Altair License Management System, or using a Volume License Key File.

• Activation through an Activation Code is the easiest way you can activate your Monarch install.

• Activation through a Monarch License Server may be performed if you have access to a license file located on an Altair Monarch License Server. In this case, credentials to access this server must be provided .

• Activation through an Altair License Management system may be performed if you have access to a license file located on an Altair License Server. Similar to the previous option, credentials to access this server must be provided. Similar to the previous option, credentials to access this server must be provided. This option also allows you to activate Monarch by using hosted Altair Units or a student license file.

• Activation through a Volume License Key File is done when your license file is located in some local folder or network. In this case, the path to this file must be provided.