How to Check Out a CATIA License from Managed DSLS

 Article by Joel Quizon on Dec 18, 2025

To check out a CATIA license from Managed DSLS, launch the Nodelock Key Management under the CATIA or CATIA PLM Express folder under the Apps list.

Nodelock Key Management

Go to the Offline Management tab of the Local License Key Management tool and hit the RefreshList button to show the available licenses.

Managed DSLS Local License Key Management CATIA License

Right-click on the license you want to check out and select the Extract option.

Extract CATIA License from Managed DSLS

You can then select how long to check out the license for, up to 30 days.

Check out CATIA License from Managed DSLS

Once extracted, you will see it listed in the locally extracted offline licenses area, meaning you have the license checked out. You can now use CATIA without an internet connection.

Checked Out CATIA License from Managed DSLS

To return the license, you will need to be connected to the internet, go back to the Nodelock Key Management tool, right-click on the checked-out license, and select "Return".

Return Checked Out CATIA License

You will receive a question asking if you really want to return the license. After accepting, a confirmation will appear stating that the CATIA license has been returned.

Use CATIA without an Internet Connection

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Joel Quizon is the Vice President, General Manager of Software Solutions at GoEngineer

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