This is a very common issue with the portable version of Autodata 3.45 on Windows. It usually happens because the "dongle" (a security USB emulator) is not being recognized by the system, often due to driver issues or Windows security permissions.
To fix the mismatch, you must re-synchronize the software with your current hardware using these steps found in the Autodata 3.45 Installation Guide: This is a very common issue with the
in Autodata 3.45 typically indicates a mismatch between the software's expected security environment and the physical or emulated dongle currently in use. Why This Error Occurs Why This Error Occurs folder
folder. Run the appropriate install file for your operating system (e.g., Install_x64 for 64-bit systems). Disable Antivirus/UAC : Temporary disable your User Account Control (UAC) If this file is deleted or quarantined, the
The file that acts as the "dongle" (often named ad_inst.exe or a .sys file) is frequently flagged as a virus (false positive) by Windows Defender or other antivirus software. If this file is deleted or quarantined, the hardware info will not match.
Should we look into the specific driver version you're running or try to troubleshoot the emulator settings?