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Part Number: SW006021-DGL

MPLAB XC8 COMPILER PRO DONGLE LICENSE


  • License file is installed on a USB device
  • Intended for multiple users and mobile use – plug into the workstation’s USB and go
  • Includes unlimited updates to new compiler versions without the need for HPA (perpetual license)
  • One dongle license is needed for each compiler type – MPLAB XC8, MPLAB XC16 and MPLAB XC32/XC32++
  • Replaceable for a fee with registration in mySoftware account

Overview


The MPLAB®  XC8 C Compiler is a full-featured, highly-optimized ANSI C compiler for all 8-bit AVR® and PIC® Microcontroller families. This compiler integrates into Microchip’s MPLAB X IDE, is compatible with all Microchip debuggers and emulators, and runs on Windows®, Linux® and macOS®.
The MPLAB XC8 PRO Compiler Dongle License unlocks the full potential and performance of all possible optimizations with the advantage of being interchangeable among workstations and highly portable – not tied to a PC or workstation. Some of its features include:

  • License file is installed on a USB device
  • Intended for multiple users and mobile use – plug into the workstation’s USB and go
  • Includes unlimited updates to new compiler versions without the need for HPA (perpetual license)
  • One dongle license is needed for each compiler type – MPLAB XC8, MPLAB XC16 and MPLAB XC32/XC32++
  • Replaceable for a fee – only dongle licenses that have been registered in a mySoftware account are eligible

For more information and documentation, go to: https://www.microchip.com/en-us/tools-resources/develop/mplab-xc-compilers/xc8.
Note: This compiler license can only be used with the following versions of MPLAB X IDE and MPLAB XC C Compilers:

  • MPLAB X IDE version 3.55 or later
  • MPLAB XC8 C Compiler version 1.41 or later
  • MPLAB XC16 version 1.31 or later
  • MPLAB XC32 version 1.43 or later

If there is a compiler license file previously installed on your workstation, remove it before using a dongle license.

For a complete list of documentation, go to the MPLAB XC Compilers..

Package Contents
  • USB Flash drive containing an encrypted MPLAB XC8 PRO C Compiler License
  • Plastic Box
System Requirements
  • MPLAB X IDE version 3.55 or later
  • MPLAB XC8 C Compiler version 1.41 or later
  • MPLAB XC16 version 1.31 or later
  • MPLAB XC32 version 1.43 or later

Documentation


Title
Document Id
MPLAB XC8 C Compiler Legacy User's Guide Download ae909f1b-d811-4116-b87b-27017b57e628
MPLAB XC8 C Compiler User's Guide for Embedded Engineers- PIC MCU Download 6fa471f0-236f-483f-997e-c1f026807bca
MPLAB XC8 Getting Started Guide Download ea140843-c35e-49f3-b17c-a62e34263f05