How to Run a Previous Version of CSI ETABS Using a Current Version License
CSI ETABS is a software application for structural analysis and design of buildings. It is developed by Computers and Structures, Inc. (CSI), a leader in the field of engineering software. CSI ETABS offers a variety of features and capabilities for modeling, analysis, design, and visualization of building structures.
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CSI ETABS is updated regularly to incorporate new features, enhancements, and bug fixes. However, some users may prefer to use an older version of the software for various reasons, such as compatibility with existing projects, familiarity with the user interface, or preference for certain features. In this article, we will show you how to run a previous version of CSI ETABS using a current version license, using the example of running CSI ETABS 2015 using a CSI ETABS 2016 license.
Step 1: Install CSI ETABS 2015 and CSI ETABS 2016 on your computer
The first step is to install both versions of CSI ETABS on your computer. You can download the installation files from the CSI website or from the links provided below:
[CSI ETABS 2015]
[CSI ETABS 2016]
Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation process. You will need to enter your license information for CSI ETABS 2016 during the installation.
Step 2: Create a level.txt file
The next step is to create a text file named level.txt in the installation folder of CSI ETABS 2015. This file will tell the software to use the license information of CSI ETABS 2016 instead of its own.
To create a level.txt file, open a text editor such as Notepad and type the following text:
Product Level: Ultimate Product Version: 16
Save the file as level.txt and copy it into the installation folder of CSI ETABS 2015, which is usually located at C:\Program Files\Computers and Structures\ETABS 15.
Step 3: Copy the license file
The final step is to copy the license file (lservrc) of CSI ETABS 2016 into the same folder as the level.txt file. The license file contains the information about your license type, expiration date, and activation code. You can find the license file in the installation folder of CSI ETABS 2016, which is usually located at C:\Program Files\Computers and Structures\ETABS 16.
Copy the lservrc file and paste it into the installation folder of CSI ETABS 2015, replacing the existing lservrc file if there is one.
Step 4: Run CSI ETABS 2015
You are now ready to run CSI ETABS 2015 using the license information of CSI ETABS 2016. To do so, simply launch CSI ETABS 2015 from your Start menu or desktop shortcut. You should see a message saying that you are using a higher version license than your installed product version. Click OK to continue.
You can now use all the features and functions of CSI ETABS 2015 as usual. You can also open and save files created in CSI ETABS 2016 or earlier versions without any problem.
Conclusion
In this article, we have shown you how to run a previous version of CSI ETABS using a current version license, using the example of running CSI ETABS 2015 using a CSI ETABS 2016 license. This method can also be applied to other versions of CSI ETABS, as well as other CSI products such as SAP2000, CSiBridge, SAFE, and PERFORM-3D. For more information on how to run a previous software version using a current version license, please refer to the [Technical Knowledge Base] on the CSI website.
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