Cloud License Activation

Your cloud license is hosted by Thales/Sentinel on a highly available server and is accessed over the internet. This lets you move the SQL4automation Connector to any location without licensing issues — which is particularly practical for virtual machines in a cluster server. See License Types for a general comparison of the license options.

When you order a cloud license, SQL4automation support sends you an identity string by e-mail. Entering this identity string in the Config Tool creates the connection between the license on the Sentinel cloud server and your computer. Follow the steps below to complete the activation.

1. Uninstall the older version (if applicable)

If a version older than V5 is installed, uninstall it first. Your link settings are retained, but you can back up the configuration file beforehand:

C:\ProgramData\SQL4automation\config\S4AConnector.ini

2. Install the V6 setup

Download and install the V6 setup. You can obtain it from the download area of the website or via the direct link provided in your activation e-mail.

3. Copy your identity string

Copy the identity string that was sent to you by e-mail. It has the following format:

...@inasoftsystemsgmbh.prod.sentinelcloud.com

4. Enter the identity string in the Config Tool

In the Config Tool, open Options → License manager.

In the License manager settings dialog, paste the identity string into the IP address / Host name / Cloud Identity field and click Apply.

5. Verify the license activation

On the local Sentinel Admin Control Center (localhost:1947), the activated cloud license appears under Sentinel Keys.

6. Confirm successful activation

If everything was successful, the cloud license is displayed in the Config Tool — for example, "Ultimate 10 Links".

Need help?

If you encounter any issues or would like remote support during activation, contact info@sql4automation.com.