How Do I Determine The Solid Edge Cid (composite Host Id)?

1.	How Do I Determine The Solid Edge Cid (composite Host Id)?
Answer» The Solid Edge ST4 version replaced the previously USED volume ID with the Composite Host ID (CID). The background was the uniqueness of the license number, which is not guaranteed by a volume ID. The Composite Host ID is required only for node locked licensing. The composite ID is determined from several hardware components of the system. The advantage here is the replacement of the hardware components. Up to a certain TOLERANCE, the hardware components can be CHANGED without having to renew a license number. However, if too many components are replaced, the system assumes a hardware CHANGE and the license must be renewed. On the SIEMENS PLM Software website, you can download a program that will help you identify the unique CID for your computer. You need your WebKey for this. To the website of Siemens PLM Software (download the tool) When starting the program, a window opens in which the 12-digit CID is displayed.

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The Solid Edge ST4 version replaced the previously USED volume ID with the Composite Host ID (CID). The background was the uniqueness of the license number, which is not guaranteed by a volume ID.
The Composite Host ID is required only for node locked licensing.
The composite ID is determined from several hardware components of the system. The advantage here is the replacement of the hardware components. Up to a certain TOLERANCE, the hardware components can be CHANGED without having to renew a license number. However, if too many components are replaced, the system assumes a hardware CHANGE and the license must be renewed.
On the SIEMENS PLM Software website, you can download a program that will help you identify the unique CID for your computer. You need your WebKey for this. To the website of Siemens PLM Software (download the tool)
When starting the program, a window opens in which the 12-digit CID is displayed.

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