: Use the "Restore" or "Start Service" option within the utility to load the backup image into a virtual USB drive. Troubleshooting : If the license is not detected, check Device Manager

"Read Hardware Key," he clicked.

Master Guide: USB Dongle Backup and Recovery for 2012 Pro Installations

If a dongle breaks, waiting for a manufacturer to ship a physical replacement can cause days or weeks of costly downtime.

He isolated the VM, turned off the network adapter, and disabled the shields. He was flying blind now. He double-clicked SetupDongleRecovery2012Pro.exe .