How to Install Acrobat XI on a Second Computer with a Different License
Question details
The user needs to install Acrobat XI on a second computer using a valid second serial number but only possesses the installation disc from their first license.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat XI
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Installing licensed software on a new machine without the original installation media.
- Observed behavior
- The user wants to confirm if a single Acrobat XI installation disc can be used across multiple computers as long as they input a separate, valid serial number for each installation.
Ensure you have your second, distinct Acrobat XI serial number at hand and verify that your installation disc matches the exact product edition (e.g., Standard or Pro) and operating system platform of the second license.
Use the First Installation Disc with the Second Serial Number
You can safely use the installer from your first license along with your second serial number to install the software on the new computer.
As long as the installation media matches the edition (Standard or Pro) and platform (Windows or Mac) of your second license, the disc itself is universal. The serial number is the unique component that determines your specific license rights and activates the software.
Insert the Acrobat XI installation disc into the optical drive of your second computer, or mount the ISO file if you have a digital backup.
Navigate to the disc drive in your file explorer, locate the 'Setup.exe' or 'Install' file, and double-click it to launch the installation wizard.
Progress through the initial setup prompts until you reach the licensing screen. Enter the unique 24-digit serial number belonging to your second license. Do not use the serial number from the first computer.
Follow the remaining on-screen instructions to finish the installation and connect to the internet to activate the software.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use an Acrobat XI Pro disc to install Acrobat XI Standard?
No. The installation media must match the specific product edition of your serial number. An Acrobat XI Pro disc will reject an Acrobat XI Standard serial number during the installation process.
Where can I download Acrobat XI if my disc gets damaged?
Adobe has ended support for Acrobat XI and no longer provides official download links for the installer. You will need to rely on a personal backup of your installation media or upgrade to a newer PDF software.
Can I activate Acrobat XI on a third computer if I uninstall it from the first one?
Yes, provided you free up the activation slot. You must open Acrobat XI on the computer you no longer plan to use, go to the Help menu, and select 'Deactivate' to release the license before attempting to activate it on the third computer.
