Licensing
Overview
Is the current lockdown/ Work from home mandate hindering your ability to access the Libero license on your organization’s network? We are offering free 60 day temporary Libero SoC local work from home licenses to all Gold and Platinum subscribers! Follow the instructions available in "How to Apply and Install Libero Temporary License" document to get started.Libero® SoC Design Suite offers high productivity with its comprehensive, easy-to-learn, easy-to-adopt development tools for designing with Microsemi's PolarFire, IGLOO2, SmartFusion2, RTG4, SmartFusion, IGLOO, ProASIC3 and Fusion families. Refer to the table below for a summary of Libero license types and its features. Also note that the PolarFire FPGA Family is now supported by Libero SoC Design Suite v12.0. Users of Libero SoC PolarFire should upgrade to Libero SoC v12.0.
Need help selecting the right license for your design? - Download the Libero License Selector Guide If you already purchased a license and received a Software ID from Microsemi, Generate your new Gold License here
If you would like to generate a free license, Generate your FREE License here
To know the license options available for hardware kits refer to Boards and Kits page
Starting from 5/22/2020, the Silver license supports mixed language simulation feature. Silver license generated before 05/22/2020 supports single language simulation only. To work with mixed language simulation, Please generate a new Silver license.
| Features | Evaluation | Silver | Gold | Platinum | Standalone | Gold Archival* | Platinum Archival* | Standalone Archival* |
| Validity Period | 60 days | 1 Year | 1/3/5 Years | 1/3/5 Years | 1 Year | 20 Years (No Upgrades) |
20 Years (No Upgrades) |
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| Device Support | Refer to the below "Device License Selection Table" | |||||||
| DirectCores | Refer to DirectCores IP Webpage | |||||||
| Mentor ModelSim ME | Mixed Language | Not Supported | Mixed Language | Not Supported | ||||
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| Availability | Applicable starting with Libero SoC v11.8, and all versions of Libero SoC PolarFire | |||||||
| Node Locked License (New/Renewal) | Free ($0) | Free ($0) | $995/$695 | $2995/$2495 | $1995/$1495 | $2995 | $6995 | Not Supported |
| Floating License (New/Renewal) | Free ($0) | Free ($0) | $995/$695 | $3495/$2995 | $1995/$1495 | $2995 | $6995 | $6995 |
| USB Dongle License (New/Renewal)# | Not supported | Not Supported | Not Supported | Not Supported | $1995/$1495 | Not Supported | Not Supported | Not Supported |
# Starting from 4/16/2019, ModelSim license is no longer offered as part of Libero USB dongle license because Mentor has discontinued support for the USB dongle license. Any renewed license generated post 4/16/2019 will not include the ModelSim license. Please create a tech support case https://soc.microsemi.com/Portal/Default.aspx. to generate a node locked or floating license for Mentor Modelsim
Device License Selection Table: Overview of license types for various device and Libero version combinations
| Product Family | Device | Libero SoC v12.0 or later | Libero SoC v11.8 to v11.9 SP2 | Libero SoC v11.7 SP3 and earlier | Libero IDE | License | |||
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| SmartFusion2, IGLOO2 | 5K to 25K LEs* (except T2 grade) | |
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Click on the license type above to know about license features, ordering information and to generate a license.
If you know which free license you want, click here
If you already purchased a license and received a Software ID from Microsemi, generate your license here
If you have a Microsemi Hardware kit and would like to know the required license for your kit, click here
Important Notes:
- Archival Standalone, Gold and Platinum licenses target the same FPGA devices as Standalone/Gold and Platinum licenses respectively
| Video: How to Download and Install a Libero License | Webinar: Libero Licensing Scheme |
Documents
PolarFire FPGA Family is now supported from Libero SoC Design Suite v12.0.
License Information
Downloads
The PolarFire FPGA Family is now supported by Libero SoC v12.0. Users of Libero SoC PolarFire should upgrade to the new version of Libero SoC Design Software.Libero Software Download Pages
USB Drivers for Libero Platinum USB Dongle
USB Drivers for Libero Platinum USB dongle version are not included in the Libero installation file. They must be downloaded and installed separately.
- Before installing the USB drivers, Microsemi recommends that you download and run the FlexLM Cleanup Utility (3.9 MB) to remove any older, incompatible FlexLM drivers currently on your system.
MAKE SURE THAT THE USB DONGLES ARE NOT ATTACHED DURING DRIVER INSTALLATION.
Depending on which dongle you have, download and install the corresponding driver below:
- Microsemi USB (green Flex-ID) Dongle
- Uses the FlexLM9 driver included in the FlexLM Installer (4.9 MB)
- Synplify USB (purple Rainbow SuperPro) Dongle
- Uses the Sentinel driver included in the Sentinel Installer (6.0 MB, 6/2/2008)
Driver Updates for Libero Platinum Parallel Port Flex-ID Dongle
- Before installing the driver, Microsemi recommends you download and run the Parallel Port Dongle FlexLM Cleanup Utility (3.8 MB) to remove any older, incompatible FlexLM drivers currently on your system.
License Server Daemons
License manager daemons are required for server-based (Floating) licenses. They are bundled independently for download to allow users to host their Libero license on their preferred server platform.*
Complete installation instructions can be found in Libero Software Installation and Licensing Guide
| Download | lmgrd/lmutil/lmhostid | actlmgrd | snpslmd | synplctyd | mgcld | syncad |
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| Windows Daemons | v11.16.1.0 | v11.16.1.0 | v11.14.1.3 | v10.8.2.1 | 11.14.1.3 | 6.1c |
| Linux Daemons | v11.16.1.0 | v11.16.1.0 | v11.14.1.3 | v10.8.2.1 | 11.14.1.3 | 6.1g |
| Solaris Daemons | v11.14.0.0 | v11.4.100.0 | v11.13.1.2 | v10.8.2.1 | 11.13.1.2 | 6.1c |
Please Note:Our license daemon “actlmgrd” is a 32-bit application.
The latest “actlmgrd v11.16.1.0” version on Windows requires VC++ 2015 Redistributable 32-bit library “vc_redist.x86.exe”.
This program can be directly downloaded from Microsoft website at: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=48145.
For Linux daemons version v11.16.1.0, the following 32-bit system packages are required: redhat-lsb.i686 and glibc.i686.
Complete installation instructions can be found in Libero and Software Installation and Licensing Setup Guide
The Microsemi SoC Portal Customer will be unavailable while undergoing maintenance every Friday from 8:45 PM PST to Saturday 7:00 AM PST.
Selection Table
Libero Paid Licenses – Can be Purchased through your Microsemi Sales Representatives
Paid licenses are available as Node Locked, Floating or USB based. Renewal Licenses are discounted per seat. Incremental licenses can be added to floating licenses during the year for pro-rated pricing.
Starting from 4/16/2019, ModelSim license is no longer offered as part of Libero USB dongle license because Mentor has discontinued support for the USB dongle license. Any renewed license generated post 4/16/2019 will not include the ModelSim license. Please Create a tech support case https://soc.microsemi.com/Portal/Default.aspx to generate a node locked or floating license for Mentor ModelSim
Starting from 5/22/2020, the Silver license supports mixed language simulation feature. Silver license generated before 05/22/2020 supports single language simulation only. To work with mixed language simulation, Please generate a new Silver license.
Support
Licensing Support Options
The PolarFire FPGA Family is now supported by Libero SoC v12.0. We understand licensing can sometimes be challenging. We have created a number of resources to help you resolve any complications based on previous customer experience. But if you need assistance from us to get going, contacts are provided below to help you out.
- For instructions on installing your Libero license please refer to Libero Software Installation and Licensing Guide available on document tab.
- You may also view these videos to help install your license:
Adding a new Environment variable
Setting your environment variable to add the license file
- For instructions on installing IP licensing please refer to Installing IP Cores and Drivers Users Guide.
- If you are having a problem with licensing please refer to License Troubleshooting Guide
- Frequently asked questions from previous customers is available on documents tab.
Who to Contact for Support?
For technical issues on license installation and setup, please contact FPGA & SoC Support.
For non-technical issues, such as changing the contact for a license, changing Disk-ID for a new machine on a purchased license please contact Customer Service
Technical Support
- For technical support, contact us via the web, phone, or email.
- Web: https://soc.microsemi.com/Portal/Default.aspx
- Phone (NA): 800.262.1060
- Phone (Int'l): +1 650.318.4460
Customer Service
- For non-technical support, contact us via email or phone.
- Email: customer.service@microsemi.com
- Phone: +1 650.318.2470
Also note that the PolarFire FPGA family is now supported by Libero SoC Design Suite v12.0. Users of Libero SoC PolarFire should upgrade to Libero SoC v12.0.
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New License |
Platinum license locked to the Disk ID of a specific machine or PC |
Windows |
$2995 |
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New License |
Platinum license locked to a USB dongle. Can be used with any machine or PC to which the USB dongle is attached. Allows the user flexibility to move or transfer the license between machines |
Windows |
$2995 |
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New License |
Platinum floating license with single seat locked to the MACID of a specific server machine. Allows multiple users to access the license but only one user to access the SW at a time. |
Windows or Linux |
$3495 |
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Renewal |
Renewal of Platinum node locked license. Extends the license validity for next one year |
Windows |
$2495 |
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Renewal |
Renewal of Platinum USB locked license. Extends the license validity for next one year |
Windows |
$2495 |
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Renewal |
Renewal of Platinum floating license. Extends the license validity for next one year |
Windows or Linux |
$2995 |
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| Incremental |
Increments the number of seats associated with an existing Platinum floating license. Allows the user to add as many seats as required with price charged on a prorated basis |
Windows or Linux |
Prorated |
