Some antivirus or endpoint protection programs block the dongle driver’s low-level access to hardware IDs. Temporarily disable such software, then test.
Autodata typically uses Aladdin HASP or Hardlock dongle protection.
Many professional software tools offer a license transfer utility. Check the AutoData installation directory for tools named:
Using a legitimate license transfer tool will: Some antivirus or endpoint protection programs block the
Licensing/signature mismatch (software build vs dongle)
Corrupted dongle drivers or system conflict
Damaged or altered dongle data
Corrupted installation files
If you work in automotive diagnostics, you’ve likely heard of AutoData 345 – a powerful technical database used for vehicle repair, wiring diagrams, and service schedules. Like many professional tools, AutoData relies on hardware-based licensing via a USB dongle (hardware key).
A common but frustrating error users encounter is: Autodata typically uses Aladdin HASP or Hardlock dongle
“The hardware information does not match with your dongle.”
This message appears when the software attempts to verify your license and finds a mismatch between the dongle’s unique ID and the hardware fingerprint of the computer it’s plugged into.
In this guide, we’ll explain what causes this error and how to fix it without resorting to unofficial patches or cracked files. Using a legitimate license transfer tool will:
AutoData 345 typically uses Aladdin HASP or Sentinel dongles.