Answer
Yes, the ArcGIS 8.1 license file along with an ArcGIS 8.1 license server will manage earlier ESRI software. ArcInfo 8.x, ArcInfo 7.2.1, ArcView GIS 3.1 and higher, and SDE 3.0.1 and 3.0.2.x are supported, provided the license information is correct for each ESRI product.
Install the license manager that comes with ArcGIS 8.1 to obtain the 8.1 tools, documentation and most recent version of the license manager.
Article ID:000003026
Software:
- ArcMap 8 x
- Legacy Products