Splinter_NZ
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Re-registering an X2 license under a different name
Hi all,
I am using a copy of Sonar X2 given to be my granddad, registered under his name. He's since moved on to X3. What we want to do is de-register X2 from under my granddad's name, then register it under mine. This also includes Dim pro and I believe Z3ta.
How do I go about doing this?
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John
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Re: Re-registering an X2 license under a different name
2015/11/06 21:59:49
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scook
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Re: Re-registering an X2 license under a different name
2015/11/06 22:04:52
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This type of issue can only be handled directly by Cakewalk. Their contact information is here http://forum.cakewalk.com/FindPost/2090582 Keep in mind when someone buys SONAR they receive a single user license for the product. When the user subsequently upgrades to a new product, they do not receive an additional license, they are upgrading their existing license. This means they cannot give away or sell their old product without surrendering their one and only license to use the product. IOW, unless the person who gave you X2 purchased a full version of X3 instead of paying for the X3 upgrade you do not have a license to use X2.
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robert_e_bone
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Re: Re-registering an X2 license under a different name
2015/11/07 03:34:42
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Yeah - it is expressly written into the license acceptance dialog, and the person registering the initial purchase had to check boxes that indicate single-owner (non-transferable license), and one machine at a time.
The Cakewalk folks have always relied on the trusticity (I know that is a made up word, but I like it), of the users to be honest in the use and respect for the licensing - they could have gone the iLok route, or some other licensing management mechanism, but instead they rely on trusting us folks who buy and use the product to not give it away.
Thank you for your honesty with the situation. :)
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Re: Re-registering an X2 license under a different name
2015/11/07 03:45:27
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What Scook said in his 2nd paragraph is important. Firstly you need to check whether your granddad purchased X3 as a separate copy or as an upgrade. If the latter, then there is no point in pursuing this further.
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Re: Re-registering an X2 license under a different name
2015/11/07 05:03:31
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robert_e_bone
The Cakewalk folks have always relied on the trusticity (I know that is a made up word, but I like it), of the users to be honest in the use and respect for the licensing - they could have gone the iLok route, or some other licensing management mechanism
errr hello cakewalk command centre?
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Re: Re-registering an X2 license under a different name
2015/11/08 09:13:03
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The Cakewalk Command Center is not required to be used for downloading or for installing Cakewalk products. Some folks have declined to use it, and have just done as they always have done with download/install of Sonar updates or other components.
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pwalpwal
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Re: Re-registering an X2 license under a different name
2015/11/08 11:09:00
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robert_e_bone
The Cakewalk Command Center is not required to be used for downloading or for installing Cakewalk products. Some folks have declined to use it, and have just done as they always have done with download/install of Sonar updates or other components.
Bob Bone
indeed - but how do those folks activate their license after downloading and installing? is the old serial/activation code combo still available?
post edited by pwalpwal - 2015/11/08 11:19:51
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Re: Re-registering an X2 license under a different name
2015/11/08 11:44:47
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pwalpwal
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Re: Re-registering an X2 license under a different name
2015/11/08 11:54:33
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John
Yes it is.
hi john - without a quote (or other indication of what "it" is) i'm not sure if you're replying to me? but if you are, thanks! if i get the latest sonar, i don't need to use the ccc at all? i know this is not true for rapture pro (ccc is required) but not for sonar? i certainly get prompted to get ccc installed to get the demo version of sonar /confused
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Re: Re-registering an X2 license under a different name
2015/11/08 11:59:18
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☄ Helpfulby pwalpwal 2015/11/08 12:11:29
I have used both, my laptop has command center but my main DAW I use offline. In the Sonar menu under tools or Help? It say's "offline registration" They send you a email. The old version of X2 can be used forever but it can never be "legal" or registered to use for upgrades by anyone but the original owner. (I think).
post edited by Cactus Music - 2015/11/08 12:16:36
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Re: Re-registering an X2 license under a different name
2015/11/08 12:14:38
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John
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Re: Re-registering an X2 license under a different name
2015/11/08 12:17:18
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pwalpwal
John
Yes it is.
hi john - without a quote (or other indication of what "it" is) i'm not sure if you're replying to me? but if you are, thanks! if i get the latest sonar, i don't need to use the ccc at all? i know this is not true for rapture pro (ccc is required) but not for sonar? i certainly get prompted to get ccc installed to get the demo version of sonar
/confused
I am replying to you my friend. All our serial and registration numbers are in our CW accounts. You do not need to use CCC to install Sonar 2015 or any of the older versions. CW has one of the most user friendly install procedures around. Using CCC makes it even easier though.
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Re: Re-registering an X2 license under a different name
2015/11/08 13:43:28
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John
pwalpwal
John
Yes it is.
hi john - without a quote (or other indication of what "it" is) i'm not sure if you're replying to me? but if you are, thanks! if i get the latest sonar, i don't need to use the ccc at all? i know this is not true for rapture pro (ccc is required) but not for sonar? i certainly get prompted to get ccc installed to get the demo version of sonar
/confused
I am replying to you my friend. All our serial and registration numbers are in our CW accounts. You do not need to use CCC to install Sonar 2015 or any of the older versions. CW has one of the most user friendly install procedures around. Using CCC makes it even easier though.
thanks john! i found the official blah https://www.cakewalk.com/Support/Knowledge-Base/2007013384/SONAR-Platinum-Professional-Artist-Offline-Authorization
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Cactus Music
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Re: Re-registering an X2 license under a different name
2015/11/09 11:49:05
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I think the difference is now they can track how many times you're installing offline.
So if all of a sudden a certain serial number is requested over and over they will smell a rat.
I like the idea as it will keep everyone honest which supports the company.
The old method was too easy for Pirating and selling old copys to other people.
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