Moving FORTRAN Compiler to a new computer

[Ibrahim_K_]

I found this message from Steve from ‎09-10-2009:

"Assuming you have a normal, single-user license, there is no need to transfer a license. You can install the compiler on as many systems as you want, as long as you are the primary user. Just install on the new computer using the serial number.

I am getting a new computer. I  am wandering if this is is still the procedure. I have a simple so called "node locked" license.  Thanks for any clarification.

I. Konuk

[Steve_Lionel]

It is still the current procedure. I recommend that you log in to the Intel Registration Center and download the license file. When you install the product, tell it you have a license file rather than a serial number. The reason is that serial numbers are tied to specific versions and if you try to install a newer version that you're still eligible for, it will fail if you use the serial number.

If you run into problems with the license being accepted, you'll need to open a ticket at the Intel Online Service Center. Intel compiler licenses are typically not "node locked".

[Ibrahim_K_]

Steve:

Thank you indeed very much for your quick reply. Before I get into trouble, I have two more follow up questions.

1) Can I use one of the latest update files to accomplish the installation? Or do I need to look for a "complete_install" file (I did not see one) or a different file called something like "license_manager ";

2) Can I incorporate it to both Visual Studio 2017 and 2019 versions on the same computer?

Best regards;

I. Konuk

[Steve_Lionel · Accepted solution]

1) All of the installers are "complete installers" - there are none that only update an existing installation. You don't need the license manager.

2) Yes, if the version you install supports both of those VS versions. See https://software.intel.com/en-us/intel-parallel-studio-xe-compilers-required-microsoft-visual-studio

[Ibrahim_K_]

Many thanks again.

I. Konuk

[Ibrahim_K_]

Steve:

I followed your instructions. Everything proceeded as you indicated (used license file). Kudos to the developers (apologies to you and others who helped me in the last few years that I did not notice the "Kudos" button till last week).

I have two minor observations:

(1) The last step in the installation (77- Integration with Visual Studio  ... ) takes a little longer and progress bar appears to be gray or blank all the time. I would suggest to the developers either to use the progress bar or include a message that it may take few minutes. That would relieve the pressure on anxious users like me! -:)

(2) I noticed that the changes I made in the property manager in Visual Studio 2017 indicating location of libraries etc automatically showed up in 2019. I wonder how?

Thank you again very much.

I. Konuk

[Steve_Lionel]

That long VS integration phase is being performed by a Microsoft tool that the compiler installer has no insight into. My recollection is that the message does say this can take several minutes.

My experience is that I had to manually update library location preferences - if it happened automatically for you, great.