Without applying a license, Ignition's modules run on a Trial timer. Modules that run on the Trial timer offer the same functionality as licensed modules, except that they stop functioning when the Trial ends. This allows for a hands-on learning experience before purchasing a license.

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When unlicensed, the Ignition Gateway will run for two hours at a time. At the end of the 2-hour period, all unlicensed modules are stopped and the system will stop most of its functions. All the different parts of the Gateway, including all the modules, share the same clock and will timeout simultaneously. For example, all transaction groups will stop logging and clients will show a demo expired screen.

Resetting the Trial

You can re-start the Trial period by logging into the Gateway and enabling another 2 hours of execution. The Trial period may be restarted any number of times.

You can check the amount of time remaining on the Trial period from the System Status page of the Configure section on the Gateway webpage. If you find the Trial period has ended, click on Reset Trial at the very bottom of the page to start a new 2-hour time.

Depending on the module, you may need to take some additional actions. For example, the Vision Clients requires you to log out and back in again in order to continue the Trial.

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Trial Timer when Licensed

After a license has been applied, you may still see the Trial timer. However the text may look like the following:

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This means that some of the modules are in Trial, while others are activated by the license. Only the modules that are unlicensed will time out when the Trial period ends. All other modules will continue working normally. Because the Trial can run on a licensed Gateway, you can freely try new modules by simply uploading them to the Gateway. This is a great way to check out a module before purchasing.

If you see the Trial timer when you think you shouldn't, go check the Modules page in the Configure section. In most cases, an unlicensed module was included in the initial installation, or you have a module that is a newer version than your license allows.