# Restoring the License Distributions from a Backup

In the event of a ToolsTalk2 license downgrade, the License Distribution backup can be used to restore the License Distributions to the controllers again. The restore is performed by first downloading the License Distributions Backup, and then importing the downloaded backup.

## Downloading a License Distributions Backup

1. Select the System Administration tab , and then go to the Scheduled Tasks tab .

2. In the workspace, double-click on the Backup License Distribution task.

3. In Results, select to download the License Distribution backup that is to be restored.

4. In the Save As dialog , browse to a location for the download, and then select Save.

## Importing a License Distributions Backup

The downloaded file will now be accessible for import via the Functionality Management System tab , using the License Distributions Import function.

Relevant Information

- Managing License Distributions