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A dongle is a small hardware device that attaches to your computer. The dongle is used as a security device for the Nobeltec Navigation Software and for all charts that are produced by certain hydrographic offices outside the United States. Each dongle comes programmed with a 20-digit Serial Number which is labeled on the outside of the dongle. All non-US chart sales require an unlock code/permit that is tied to the Dongle Serial Number.
Two Types of Nobeltec Dongles
USB Dongle Connects to any 1.0, 1.1 or 2.0 USB port. The USB dongle is a great solution for most computers.
Parallel Dongle 25-pin connector that attaches to your computer's parallel port (typically used for the printer). This low profile hardware piece is better for rough environments; however, many newer computers do not come with parallel ports.
Installation Note
The dongle requires a special software driver to be installed prior to its connection to your computer. The software driver is usually automatically loaded as part of the Nobeltec Navigation Software installation, however, if you are missing this driver it can be downloaded using the link below.
Download Admiral or VNS Version 10 Download the Dongle Driver (2.1 MB)
Installation Instructions

Before installing the driver

  • The Nobeltec Navigation Software (NNS) application needs to be shut down.
  • The Hardware Key (dongle) needs to be removed from the system.
  • All other running programs should be saved and shutdown as well as the computer will reboot after reinstalling the drivers.

    1. Download the dongle driver file to the Windows Desktop.
    2. Double-click on the downloaded file to execute.
    3. You will be asked where you would like to extract to, select the Windows Desktop. Click Extract.
    4. When files have been extracted, a folder named "Nobeltec Hardware Key Reinstaller" will be present in the previously indicated directory.

      Note: Windows Vista or Windows 7 may report the program might not have installed correctly. Rest assured that it has. Just click on "This program installed correctly" and continue on.
    5. Go into "Nobeltec Hardware Key Reinstaller" folder.
    6. Double-click on the Setup.exe file to execute.
    7. Make sure that the application is shut down and the Hardware Key is removed and Acknowledge reminder message by clicking OK.
    8. Wait for the program to execute. This could take up to 5 minutes.
    9. The program will indicate when the installation is complete and needs to restart. Click the OK button to do so.
    10. After computer restarts, plug the dongle back into the system. The driver will install.

      Note: In Windows Vista and Windows 7, this could take a minute or two to complete. Wait for a message to indicate that the driver was successfully installed.
      Note: On Windows 7 64-bit, a message may appear that the drivers were not installed correctly. This is caused by a second driver trying to be installed and fails. Nothing can be done about this message and it should be ignored. Continue on to ensure proper installation.
    11. Launch the NNS application.
    Admiral or VNS Version 9 and older Download the Dongle Driver (4.7 MB)
    Note
     The version 9.x and older dongle driver installion program offers two types of installation. One is for the Parallel port dongle (25 pin, low profile design) and the standard USB dongle. Select only to install the dongle driver that you need; additional (unused) drivers can cause performance issues with Nobeltec Navigation Software.
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