: It is highly recommended to uninstall any older versions of the Network License Manager before running this MSI installer.
: Indicates a hybrid network build that simultaneously supports both older IPv4 routing and modern IPv6 infrastructure profiles.
Required for licensing newer Autodesk 2021-2024+ product versions. nlm11.18.0.0-ipv4-ipv6-win64.msi
Once installed, you must configure a license file (usually requested from Autodesk) and set up the LMTOOLS utility to start the licensing service.
The NLM uses two main processes, lmgrd.exe (vendor daemon) and adskflex.exe (Autodesk vendor daemon), requiring specific ports open in your firewall: Needs ports 27000 to 27009 . adskflex.exe: Needs port 2080 . Frequently Asked Questions Do I need to uninstall the old version? : It is highly recommended to uninstall any
This guide provides a comprehensive overview of what this installer does, how to use it, and best practices for configuration. What is nlm11.18.0.0-ipv4-ipv6-win64.msi?
The NLM is a utility used by network administrators to manage software licenses for Autodesk products (such as AutoCAD, Revit, or Maya) within a multi-user environment. It allows a central server to "float" licenses to workstations as needed, rather than assigning a permanent license to each individual computer. Once installed, you must configure a license file
: The "ipv4-ipv6" in the filename indicates that the manager supports both IPv4 and IPv6 network protocols.
You would encounter this file if you are installing or updating a license server for one of the following software families (which rely on FlexNet Publisher or similar NLM technology):