Just got this great new machine from a friend. When I load the apprentice version of Houdini, I get a license request. I've already spent a lot of time setting this machine up, so if there's a way to back out the old retail license without format c:, I would be greatly appreciative.

Thanks!

-ctj

the keys are (in Windows) in WINNT/keys
but you might want to contact SESI support directly…

Hi, I have been having the same problem-
I am having a nightmare installing the Apprentice
> software to enter your houdini competition.
>
> I have wasted a lot of time installing and
> uninstalling and now I am running out of time!
>
> When it loads I try the start bar or the unix shell
> and every time the license manager tries to load and
> jsut screen blanks.
>
> Once I actually saw writing in the window which said
> *server not found* (I am working an home with no
> network and dial up connection!)
>
> I have read the help file which says to bypass the
> commercial license I have to submit server details-
> but the manager I cannot see(window freezes and never
> loads) so there is no way I can get it to work!!
>
> I have tried installing on XP and 2000 and I get the
> same problem every time.
>
> Source houdini_setup doesn't do anything either.
>
> very frustrated, Looking forward to your help!

but as it is demo the support guys redirected me here.

Hi Dreamshadow,

May I know what graphics card are you using? Have you tried downloading the latest drivers?

The problem you have with the Houdini License Administrator indicates a graphics card issue.

If the machine is not connected to the internet, you will have to obtain the Non-Commercial license manually by going to this link [license.sidefx.com].

After obtaining your license, you can install it using the Houdini License Administrator.

Please let us know how it goes.

Cheers!
steven