If you are thinking of buying a new computer

it is easy and straightforward to transfer your existing license to the new machine in a few easy steps:

1) First deactivate the license on the ‘old’ machine by starting Studio ….

Don't forget to make a back up of all your files/TM's and other resources in readiness to transfer to the new computer.

2) Once deactivated, access your SDL Online account- https://oos.sdl.com/asp/products/ssl/account/Login.aspx

and click on the DOWNLOADS TAB, then locate the Studio (and Multiterm) version you wish to install-

 Once you have successfully downloaded and installed the software, you can now activate Studio.

Please allow 30 minutes between initial 'deactivation' on the 'old' machine and 'activation' on the 'new' computer.

3) Locate your (previously deactivated licence)

 4) Now you can simply copy  the activation code-open Studio and paste the activation code in the box provided.

You can now work on the new machine.