The backup and restore procedure previously published in this article is no longer valid and must not be used.
If you arrived here from a search result or bookmark referring to LDK license backup and restoration, this is the correct article. The guidance has changed.
The former procedure described how to back up and restore an LDK license on the same computer following hardware failure or operating system reinstallation. Changes to the hardware and operating system fingerprinting used by LDK license protection mean that this procedure can no longer be used.
Before making changes to the licensed computer
Transfer the LDK license to another computer whenever possible before repairing the licensed system, changing its hardware, or reinstalling Windows. This helps avoid invalidating the license during the work.
Follow the current procedure in Transferring an LDK License.
When to contact Support
If you are unsure whether a planned change could invalidate your license—or if the computer has already failed and you cannot transfer it—contact xitronhelp@xitron.com. Include:
Your RIP’s LDK license serial number.
Details of the planned changes, or any changes already made.
Whether the licensed computer is still operational.
For help finding your LDK license serial number, see Appendix A — Finding Your RIP License Serial Number in DFE and GPS Workflow Licensing Overview. The RIP license number is separate from the server license dongle number.
If the computer is unusable and you cannot retrieve the number, explain that when contacting Support.
This article remains available so that existing links continue to lead to current guidance.