I read somewhere that MSP 8 needs to be activated via the internet, is that correct?
I have been thinking of taking the plunge and upgrade fro MSP 7.3 to MSP 8 but not if that means I have to connect my video editing PC to the internet.
Activation code???
Re: Activation code???
I agree. As a beta tester, I have had various versions of MSP8 on my computer for many months, but my latest version is a still-buggy one 16 builds before the release version. I cannot connect my video rig to the Internet (or, rather, I refuse to) and I cannot use the phone, either. So it looks like I cannot really offer any real help on the forums with v. 8, unless something is done.heinz-oz wrote: I have been thinking of taking the plunge and upgrade fro MSP 7.3 to MSP 8 but not if that means I have to connect my video editing PC to the internet.
I've already made my views very clear to Ulead on the matter, as I know I'm one of many who use a dedicated Internet-free computer for video. They may be shooting themselves in the foot with an AK-47 on automatic.
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heinz-oz
Hi devil,
I take your comment as a "yes, you do need to be connected to the internet". Well, thats it for me then. I also refuse to equip my dedicated video machine with the necessary crap to connect to the internet. Apart from the software that I would need to install to do that I would also have to get a modem for it. No thanks, my system works fine the way it is. I'm not going to muck about just for the sake of activating a new version of MSP.
I take your comment as a "yes, you do need to be connected to the internet". Well, thats it for me then. I also refuse to equip my dedicated video machine with the necessary crap to connect to the internet. Apart from the software that I would need to install to do that I would also have to get a modem for it. No thanks, my system works fine the way it is. I'm not going to muck about just for the sake of activating a new version of MSP.
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heinz-oz
Hey George,
I learned a long time ago, If you don't ask the question you won't get the answer.
That's why I posted this question here. Since Devil is a beta tester for Ulead I took his remarks as a confirmation of what I read elsewhere.
Nobody has been speculating and I for one will definately be waiting to hear otherwise before I get the upgrade to MSP 8.
I learned a long time ago, If you don't ask the question you won't get the answer.
That's why I posted this question here. Since Devil is a beta tester for Ulead I took his remarks as a confirmation of what I read elsewhere.
Nobody has been speculating and I for one will definately be waiting to hear otherwise before I get the upgrade to MSP 8.
I have purchased my v8 upgrade, and can confirm the internet activation. My problem is slightly different, I am connected to the internet, but thru a firewall, when I click on activate I get an error message that says "Activation was unsuccessful. Cannot connect to the server. Please check your internet settings". I assume it is the firewall causing the problem, and that cannot be disabled. Have contacted element 5, and will also contact Ulead.
Tobie, are you out there ???
Regards,
Greg
Tobie, are you out there ???
Regards,
Greg
Heinz,
I'm also a beta tester
Unlike Devil, I have a copy of the current build that is supposed to be the version used for the final release. It did not require activation for me, as well as the other Beta testers who also have it.
BUT, I understand there is alot of talk about Activation, which leads me to believe that it does exist. What I am saying is that none of us have the Retail Boxed version yet (afaik), so I am waiting to see what the actual procedure is first hand. There could be activation through the use of another computer with internet access (i.e. it does not need to be the computer where you are doing the installation). I haven't seen the final agreement wording either (in regards to the activation).
Again, I am not saying it doesn't exist, I just want to make sure we know what is involved and what (if any) alternatives are available for those who want to install on a computer without internet access.
Regards
I'm also a beta tester
Unlike Devil, I have a copy of the current build that is supposed to be the version used for the final release. It did not require activation for me, as well as the other Beta testers who also have it.
BUT, I understand there is alot of talk about Activation, which leads me to believe that it does exist. What I am saying is that none of us have the Retail Boxed version yet (afaik), so I am waiting to see what the actual procedure is first hand. There could be activation through the use of another computer with internet access (i.e. it does not need to be the computer where you are doing the installation). I haven't seen the final agreement wording either (in regards to the activation).
Again, I am not saying it doesn't exist, I just want to make sure we know what is involved and what (if any) alternatives are available for those who want to install on a computer without internet access.
Regards
George
Devil,
I'm a Beta tester for a different product and its ridiculous that you have a build 16 revs behond the release. Besides the problems they fixed, what problems have they introduced that you're not aware of? (And as you should know, they could be whoppers!)
Greg,
He hasn't answered on MUG which has been discussing this even longer.
I can hear the crickets chirping!
Ulead,
The sound you hear is the door slamming as users leave. I stopped buying Adobe Premiere once they implemented activation. I will stop buying yours as well. There have been lively discussions on other forums where loyal users stopped purchasing new versions once product activation is implemented.
You don't answer customer support queries as it is. Why should we have confidence in you allowing us to use the products we purchased. I'm still waiting to hear back from you on a problem I have. Why should I believe you would be any more resposive to activating a product I purchase from you?
I'm a Beta tester for a different product and its ridiculous that you have a build 16 revs behond the release. Besides the problems they fixed, what problems have they introduced that you're not aware of? (And as you should know, they could be whoppers!)
Greg,
He hasn't answered on MUG which has been discussing this even longer.
I can hear the crickets chirping!
Ulead,
The sound you hear is the door slamming as users leave. I stopped buying Adobe Premiere once they implemented activation. I will stop buying yours as well. There have been lively discussions on other forums where loyal users stopped purchasing new versions once product activation is implemented.
You don't answer customer support queries as it is. Why should we have confidence in you allowing us to use the products we purchased. I'm still waiting to hear back from you on a problem I have. Why should I believe you would be any more resposive to activating a product I purchase from you?
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heinz-oz
I hear what you are saying George,GeorgeW wrote:Heinz,
I'm also a beta tester
Unlike Devil, I have a copy of the current build that is supposed to be the version used for the final release. It did not require activation for me, as well as the other Beta testers who also have it.
BUT, I understand there is alot of talk about Activation, which leads me to believe that it does exist. What I am saying is that none of us have the Retail Boxed version yet (afaik), so I am waiting to see what the actual procedure is first hand. There could be activation through the use of another computer with internet access (i.e. it does not need to be the computer where you are doing the installation). I haven't seen the final agreement wording either (in regards to the activation).
Again, I am not saying it doesn't exist, I just want to make sure we know what is involved and what (if any) alternatives are available for those who want to install on a computer without internet access.
Regards
sure, I can connect through my laptop via internet sharing but that still leaves my unprotected video machine vulnerable to infection or hackers while connected. Besides, I would have to activate the network adapter if indeed my mobo has one on board. Not likely to happen.
So far MSP 7.3 does what I need. I'm not going to change anything on my PC for the sake of having the latest.
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Antonio G
I cann't understand why there are people asking the same question in different forums.
It's an easy question, and it seems someone confirms it in this thread (??:
Is there a necessary "activation" requirement for MSP8 or not?
It can be just an on-line registration process, not an "activation" one.
Nikon Capture calls activation to the inpu of the serial number, off line.
But
If there is an "activation", Ulead should state it clearly and inform if the only way to do it is online.
Also, is it possible to transfer the license to another computer and how can it be done?
Is it possible to "activate" in a workstation and a second time in a notebook or home computer?
Adobe made it all clear about Photoshop CS:(1) you can have it "activated" in 2 different computers providing you are the only(main) user of the first and both of them are not used at the same time; (2) if you have not an internet connection you can activate on the phone; (3) you can transfer your license(s) to a different machine.
We should know it in advance as it can be a purchase (upgrade) decision factor.
It's an easy question, and it seems someone confirms it in this thread (??:
Is there a necessary "activation" requirement for MSP8 or not?
It can be just an on-line registration process, not an "activation" one.
Nikon Capture calls activation to the inpu of the serial number, off line.
But
If there is an "activation", Ulead should state it clearly and inform if the only way to do it is online.
Also, is it possible to transfer the license to another computer and how can it be done?
Is it possible to "activate" in a workstation and a second time in a notebook or home computer?
Adobe made it all clear about Photoshop CS:(1) you can have it "activated" in 2 different computers providing you are the only(main) user of the first and both of them are not used at the same time; (2) if you have not an internet connection you can activate on the phone; (3) you can transfer your license(s) to a different machine.
We should know it in advance as it can be a purchase (upgrade) decision factor.
Heinz, because I don't know all the Activation alternatives, I hesitate to speculate about the different options(if any). But I've installed software on an internet-free computer -- it created a little text file that I needed to copy, then go to any computer that has internet access and connect for the activation. It gave me the activation code to use when installing on the internet-free computer
Since you already have internet access (evidenced that you are posting in this forum), you wouldn't need to activate any network card or anything in addition to what you already have. Of course, you would need to copy that small text file onto the computer you use for posting here... NOTE: I don't know if this option is available, that's why I hesitate to speculate...
Antonio G, I agree -- we don't know everything involved yet. If we can wait for just a few more days, I'm sure we can get a clear definition of what's going on...
Since you already have internet access (evidenced that you are posting in this forum), you wouldn't need to activate any network card or anything in addition to what you already have. Of course, you would need to copy that small text file onto the computer you use for posting here... NOTE: I don't know if this option is available, that's why I hesitate to speculate...
Antonio G, I agree -- we don't know everything involved yet. If we can wait for just a few more days, I'm sure we can get a clear definition of what's going on...
George