Sometimes DNS fails. Try replacing the server name in your settings with the server's static IP address. 2. Update the Autodesk Network License Manager (LMTOOLS)
If you recently switched to a subscription, your software might still be looking for a network server it no longer needs. Launch your software and select
Autodesk products using network licenses frequently encounter (often accompanied by the string "top" in logs). This error indicates a failure in communication between the client workstation and the Autodesk Network License Manager (NLM). This paper identifies the root causes—focusing on service disruptions, version mismatches, and firewall blocks—and provides a systematic resolution protocol.
Sometimes the server needs a nudge to recognize its current licenses.
