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Activating a license for Thermo Scientific Chromeleon Chromatography Data System (CDS) is essential for accessing full software features beyond the initial 60-day grace period. Recent versions, such as Chromeleon 7.3 and later, support dongle-free online activation, making the process faster and more streamlined. Core Licensing Terms

To complete the activation, you will encounter three primary codes:

License Initialization Code (LIC): Included in your software installation package.

License Request Code (LRC): A code generated by Chromeleon during the activation process to identify your specific workstation.

License Activation Code (LAC): The final code generated by the Thermo Fisher license server to unlock the LIC. Activation Methods 1. Automatic Web Activation (Recommended) chromeleon license activation

This is the fastest method if your computer has a direct internet connection to Thermo Fisher servers.

Open the Chromeleon Administration Console (Start > All Programs > Thermo Chromeleon 7 > Administration Console).

Navigate to Chromeleon License Manager and select Manage Licenses.

Choose the License Initialization Code you want to activate. Launch Chromeleon Console as Administrator

Click Activate and then select Web Activation. The system will automatically communicate with the server to generate and apply your LAC. 2. Manual Activation

Use this method for offline computers or if automatic activation fails.

Chromeleon Administration Console - Chromeleon 7.3.2 Installation Guide

To open the Chromeleon Administration Console select Start > All Programs > Thermo Chromeleon 7 > Administration Console. Thermo Fisher - Technical Documentation or the eWorkflow authoring license.

Activate a license - Chromeleon 7.3.2 MUa Installation Guide

3.1 Online Activation (Recommended)

Steps:

1. Launch Chromeleon Console as Administrator.
2. Navigate to:
   Help > Activate / Deactivate License… (or License Manager from Start Menu).
3. Select “Activate a license using the internet”.
4. Enter the Activation Code (format: XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX).
5. If prompted, enter Customer/Company details (optional for node-locked).
6. Click Activate.
   • The system contacts Thermo’s activation server.
   • A success message appears: “License activated successfully”.
7. Restart Chromeleon Console to apply changes.

4. Deactivation (For moving or reusing a license)

Important: Always deactivate before uninstalling or retiring a PC to free the license seat.

• Open License Manager → Deactivate License.
• Confirm online deactivation (internet required).
• If offline, generate a deactivation request and upload to Thermo portal.

Mastering Chromeleon License Activation: A Comprehensive Guide for Chromatography Labs

Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Chromeleon Chromatography Data System (CDS) is widely regarded as the gold standard for instrument control, data acquisition, and enterprise-level compliance (21 CFR Part 11). However, before you can leverage its powerful eWorkflows or its intuitive “SmartPeaks” integration, you must clear the first major hurdle: Chromeleon License Activation.

For many lab managers, IT administrators, and analysts, license activation remains a source of frustration. Missteps can lead to software downtime, compliance risks, and costly instrument idle time. This comprehensive guide will walk you through every facet of Chromeleon license activation—from understanding the different license types to troubleshooting common errors.

Error 4: "Error 500: Internal Server" during Online Activation

Cause: Thermo Fisher’s activation server is down, or your proxy server is blocking HTTPS traffic. Fix: Set your Chromeleon License Administrator to use a proxy: Tools > Options > Network > "Use proxy server" > Enter proxy IP and port. Alternatively, switch to Offline activation.

The Three Main License Types

1. Base Client Licenses: This allows a user to open the Chromeleon Client application. Without this, you cannot view data or create sequences.
2. Instrument (Server) Licenses: These are tied to specific instrument controllers. If you have an LC, IC, or GC, you need an instrument license per simultaneous running instrument.
3. Optional Modules: These include ICP-MS integration, BioPAT, or the eWorkflow authoring license.