Error

When using Ansys 2021 R1 software, after inputting the license server name in the Server 1 field: you are unable to test or save the settings and the field indicating an issue is highlighted in red.

Description/Cause

There is a known issue with dashes and other special characters in license server names in version 2021 R1. This issue is resolved in version 2021 R2.

Solution

• Update to version 2021 R2
• If you cannot update to version 2021 R2, then the license servername can be manually edited in the installed license file.
  • Open the installed license file  

    C:\Program Files\ANSYS Inc\Shared Files\Licensing\ansyslmd.ini

  •  Edit the SERVER line and enter your license servername  

    SERVER=1055@YourLicenseServerName