This value does not match any value used by the operating system or other software. This Machine ID is generated by Prism to uniquely identify a particular computer. Prism will display a dialog with the Machine ID for your computer. Step 3: Start the registration process for your machine Step 2: Enter your Serial Number and click Next Step If you're on an earlier Prism version, start from Step 2. Select the 'Serial Number (Machine Licenses)' option. Starting with Prism 10, you will be prompted to select your license type. Step 1: Select Serial Number (Machine Licenses) from the options The instructions below are for Windows, the screens are quite similar for Mac. You can also use Prism Viewer to open Prism files in read-only mode.Īctivating with a Serial Number Activation Steps I have a Serial Number: Obtained after purchase or from your group administrator in a format such as GPS-9872345-LAT1-# or GP9-6541968-NYT2-#.Get started by following the instructions below. The activation process is very straightforward and usually takes less than a minute. When you launch Prism for the first time the registration/activation process begins.