How to Update a License File

This article is intended for customers who need to update an expiring license file. It provides the steps for updating your expiring license file.

Prerequisites

Requires Alation 4.10.0 or higher.

Update the License File

To update a license file:

  1. Visit the Customer Portal to get the latest copy of your license file.

  2. Select an instance for which you want a new license file.

  3. Log in to your instance of Alation.

  4. Click the Info icon on the right of the navigation bar then click About this Instance:

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  5. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click the Upload License File… button:

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  6. Select your license file using the file chooser window and upload to the instance.