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3 Restoring License After Motherboard Replacement
Introduction
The new 12th generation Dell PowerEdge servers offer digital licensing through the onboard iDRAC7
with Lifecycle Controller 2. When a motherboard is replaced, the license needs to be restored on the
new motherboard. Dell Systems Management Solution offers multiple methods to restore the license.
This paper provides the details on
1. Installing License using iDRAC Interfaces.
2. Restoring License using the BackUp and Restore Feature
3. Installing a 30 – Day Evaluation License using the Local License Installation Tool.
Licensing on 12G Servers
The new 12th generation Dell PowerEdge servers offer digital licensing through the onboard iDRAC7
with Lifecycle Controller 2. License is installed on the server in the factory or the customer site with
one of the iDRAC Interfaces. iDRAC7 features are available based on the license installed on the
server. When the motherboard is replaced, the license needs to be restored/reinstalled on the new
motherboard.
Restoring License using iDRAC7
Before Motherboard Replacement:
Before you replace the MB, the license needs to be exported using one of the iDRAC Interfaces.
 iDRAC GUI : Go to the Licenses tab and select Export from the drop-down list under License
Options to export all licenses