Have all discs (updates) except original DP7 disc

[OftheSeven]

I moved to a new computer and need to re-install DP7. I have all the update media 7.1, 7.2 (download), etc. except for my original DP7.0 disc. I have my SN on the back of my manual.

Can MOTU provide me a download? And anyone know the cost? I assume I need to re-install from 7.0 -> 7.1 -> 7.2?

Thanks

[OftheSeven]

Nevermind - I called MOTU and they said I can just install 7.24 and authorize. It's a full install. She doesn't know where this rumor came from that you had to install prior versions first...although, as I'm typing this, I remember the 7.24 install says you need a current install of DP7.

I'll give it a try and see what happens.

[stephentayler]

Hmm, I thought you needed the keycode AND the disc in order to authorise....

cheers

Stephen

[mikehalloran]

Hmm, I thought you needed the keycode AND the disc in order to authorise..

Yes, it can be any version of the DP 7 CD but you must have one to authorize. You do not need to install from that CD if it is not v 7.24.

The DP 7.24 download is a complete install except ... A comparison between the 7.24 CD (which I have) and the download shows the download has one less file - the one required to authorize.

In fact, there are times when it is a good idea to run the uninstaller then reinstall DP to fix certain problems. Running it from the 7.24 download does not require reauthorization; running it from the 7.24 CD does.

When I was having problems with the migration, I borrowed my friend's 7.01 CD so I could test multiple versions on different OS. I could AUTH any version of 7 with either disk and my serial number. It was 7.12 that allowed me to diagnose and repair my permission issues.

Some have had success copying the hidden AUTH file from old installations or old computers. I tried that but was unable to make it work. It should have but since it wasn't my issue, I didn't pursue it.