Vijeo Designer 6.2 Upgrade Reference Number Review

Typical upgrade workflow (V6.1 → V6.2):

  • Input the reference number → system requests a license key (online or offline).
  • Generate license via Schneider’s licensing website using the reference + machine ID.
  • Apply the returned license file to unlock full 6.2 functionality.

    • If upgrading from a very old version (e.g., V5.x), you may need an intermediate upgrade (V5→V6.1→V6.2) with separate reference numbers.

    The standard upgrade reference for Vijeo Designer 6.2 follows the pattern: vijeo designer 6.2 upgrade reference number

    VJDSND62-UPG-01 (Single license) or VJDSND62-UPG-10 (10-pack)

    | Segment | Meaning | Risk if Incorrect | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | VJDS | Vijeo Designer Suite | Incompatible with legacy project archives | | ND | No Dongle (soft license) / or ND for network deploy | Activation server rejection | | 62 | Target version 6.2 | Cannot open .vdz files saved in 6.2 format | | UPG | Upgrade path (not full license) | Requires a valid v6.0 or v6.1 base license to function | Typical upgrade workflow (V6

    Interesting Note: The reference UPG-00 exists internally at Schneider but is never customer-facing—it indicates a beta upgrade that bypasses version checks.

    | Source | Details | |--------|---------| | Purchase invoice | If you bought an upgrade pack from Schneider or a distributor. | | Software delivery email | Contains a .txt or .pdf with the reference and activation instructions. | | Schneider’s License Portal (MySchneider) | After registering your product serial number. | | Old license dongle or file | Some upgrades are tied to a hardware key (e.g., NetBox, eRPO). | Input the reference number → system requests a

    ⚠️ This is not a generic code; it is unique to your purchase and cannot be shared or guessed.

    The second, and often more technical, definition involves the "Reference Number" displayed on the HMI screen during boot-up or within the system menu. This number indicates the Runtime Class of the device.

    During installation or first launch, the license manager will ask for activation. You will need to:

    Pro tip: Keep a screenshot of your old license’s reference number (e.g., VJDSNDT61F for V6.1) before starting the upgrade. The activation portal frequently requests it.