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Bug

ArcGIS Desktop resolves only the hostname and not the fully qualified domain name (FQDN) when returning a borrowed license. This prevents returns on networks where a FQDN is required for each license manager.

Last Published: March 24, 2015 No Product Found
Bug ID Number NIM065306
SubmittedFebruary 17, 2011
Last ModifiedApril 2, 2025
Applies toNo Product Found
Version found10.0
StatusWill Not Be Addressed

Additional Information

We apologize that we were unable to address this issue within the current product support cycle. If the issue continues to affect your work in a supported release, please contact Technical Support.

Workaround

Add the License Manager Server's IP Address and Correct Host name to the "hosts" file in C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc\hosts on the client side. After correcting the host name and IP address, borrowed licenses can be successfully returned to the License Manager.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: NIM065306

Software:

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