Download and Install ODS
You will need to download and install ODS before you can install a license. ODS is delivered electronically as a download. Download the ODS installation package from our download page and install.
Try before you buy
You don't need a license to install or run ODS. Without a license, ODS runs in "Evaluation Mode". Although application functionality is limited in evaluation mode you will have access to all the features and be able to generate source code. This is a great way to try out ODS and see if meets your requirements.
License entitlements
Each ODS license unlocks one ODS installation, removing the limitations of evaluation mode. Your license is valid for a specific version of the ODS application and for all minor updates to that version such as minor enhancements and bug fixes. For example, a license for ODS v2 will continue to work after upgrading to ODS v2.2. However, any major new versions of ODS may require a new license or license upgrade. For example, an ODS v2 license may not work with ODS v3.
Note that ODS is a set of tools that allow you to generate a DAL. Once generated, the DAL itself is self contained and does not require ODS to run. You should purchase a license for each machine that you intend to install ODS on. There are NO run-time licenses required to install or run an ODS generated DAL.