# How to Install a License ## Solution ## Installing a Local License through CLI - To install manually: **Note**: For Maestro environments, refer to [sk163323](https://supportcenter.checkpoint.com/supportcenter/portal?eventSubmit_doGoviewsolutiondetails=&solutionid=sk163323). 1. Connect to command line. 2. Log in to Expert mode. 3. Run the following command: _[Expert@HostName:0]# cplic put _ Note: The required syntax is sent to you by e-mail when the license is generated, and can be seen in the license in your [Product Center](https://usercenter.checkpoint.com/usercenter/portal/media-type/html/role/usercenterUser/page/default.psml/js_pane/AccountsId%2CProductsCenterId) account (at the top, click on ASSETS / INFO menu - go to ACCOUNTS & PRODUCTS section). - To import the license from a License File: **Note**: For Maestro environments, use the “`g_cplic`” command instead of the “`cplic`” command. 1. Connect to command line. 2. Log in to Expert mode. 3. Run the following command: _[Expert@HostName:0]# cplic put -l .lic_ Note: The license file is sent to you by e-mail when the license is generated, and can be downloaded in your [Product Center](https://usercenter.checkpoint.com/usercenter/portal/media-type/html/role/usercenterUser/page/default.psml/js_pane/AccountsId%2CProductsCenterId) account (at the top, click on ASSETS / INFO menu - go to ACCOUNTS & PRODUCTS section). Alternatively, you can import the license from a License File via " _cpconfig_" menu. ## Installing a License through SmartUpdate **Notes:** - Central Licenses _**must**_ be installed via SmartUpdate. - In Maestro environments, it is not supported to use SmartUpdate to install a license on non-SMO Security Group Members. The purpose of the following video is to demonstrate how to install your Check Point security license within SmartUpdate: 03 License Installation - YouTube Tap to unmute [03 License Installation](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R54Ia6rbumg) [Check Point Support Channel](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCglIvxDT2tLllosa--4j_4Q) Check Point Support Channel7.27K subscribers - _**Add license from license file**_ 1. Connect with SmartUpdate GUI to Security Management Server / Domain Management Server. 2. Select the Launch menu and select the "`Licenses & Contracts`" menu. 3. Select "`Add License`" > "`From File`". 4. Select the appropriate license file to import. - _**Add license manually**_ 1. Connect with SmartUpdate GUI to Security Management Server / Domain Management Server. 2. Select the Launch menu and select the "`Licenses & Contracts`" menu. 3. Select "`Add License`" > "`Manually`". 4. Copy the entire "`cplic put`" string. Note: The required syntax is sent to you by e-mail when the license is generated, and can be seen in the license in your [Product Center](https://usercenter.checkpoint.com/usercenter/portal/media-type/html/role/usercenterUser/page/default.psml/js_pane/AccountsId%2CProductsCenterId) account (at the top, click on ASSETS / INFO menu - go to ACCOUNTS & PRODUCTS section). 5. Click "`Paste`". 6. Click "`OK`". - _**Attach Central license to Security Gateway**_ 1. Right-click on the Security Gateway object. 2. Select "`Attach License`". 3. From the provided list, choose the license you wish to attach. 4. Click "`Attach`". 5. Check the operation status at the bottom. ## Installing a License in SecurePlatform WebUI **Note**: In Maestro environments, it is not supported to use the SecurePlatform WebUI to install a license on non-SMO Security Group Members. 1. Log in to SecurePlatform WebUI in a web browser. 2. In the left pane, click on "`Product Configuration`" section. 3. Click on "`Licenses`". 4. Copy the entire "`cplic put`" string. Note: The required syntax is sent to you by e-mail when the license is generated, and can be seen in the license in your [Product Center](https://usercenter.checkpoint.com/usercenter/portal/media-type/html/role/usercenterUser/page/default.psml/js_pane/AccountsId%2CProductsCenterId) account (at the top, click on ASSETS / INFO menu - go to ACCOUNTS & PRODUCTS section). 5. Click "`Paste License`". 6. Click "`Apply`". ## Installing a License in Gaia Portal **Note**: In Maestro environments, it is not supported to use Gaia Portal to install a license on non-SMO Security Group Members that are not SMO. 1. Log in to Gaia Portal in a web browser. 2. In the left pane, go to "`Maintenance`" section. 3. Click on "`Licenses`" pane. 4. Copy the entire "`cplic put`" string. Note: The required syntax is sent to you by e-mail when the license is generated, and can be seen in the license in your [Product Center](https://usercenter.checkpoint.com/usercenter/portal/media-type/html/role/usercenterUser/page/default.psml/js_pane/AccountsId%2CProductsCenterId) account (at the top, click on ASSETS / INFO menu - go to ACCOUNTS & PRODUCTS section). 5. Click "`New`". 6. Paste the entire "`cplic put`" string. 7. Click "`OK`". ## R80.10 Software Blade License Management R80.10 Software Blade License Management - YouTube Tap to unmute [R80.10 Software Blade License Management](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69eIfbTBPPU) [Check Point Support Channel](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCglIvxDT2tLllosa--4j_4Q) Check Point Support Channel7.27K subscribers For more videos, visit the [Check Point Support YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/CheckPointSupport).