The error "Hardware information does not match with your dongle" in Autodata 3.45 typically indicates a mismatch between the software's license registry settings and the hardware ID of the PC or the emulator being used. This is common on modern Windows operating systems where driver signature enforcement or regional settings interfere with the virtual dongle. Primary Fixes for Hardware Mismatch
Registry Corruption: Security software or "cleaner" apps may have deleted the hardware ID (HID) registry keys. Step-by-Step Solutions 1. Run as Administrator and Compatibility Mode The error "Hardware information does not match with
Sometimes the issue is a corrupted installation, not the dongle. Step-by-Step Solutions 1
Antivirus Exceptions: Add hasplms.exe (found in C:\WINDOWS\system32) and the Autodata installation directory to your antivirus white list to prevent vital files from being deleted or blocked. Key Installation Steps to Verify Requirement Emulator Start the emulator (green icon) as Admin Simulates the physical hardware dongle Registry Run RegSettings_x64.reg or x86 Matches software to system architecture Restart Full system reboot after install Mandatory for Windows 7/8/10 to apply drivers Key Installation Steps to Verify Requirement Emulator Start