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title: License Option Verification
slug: zixi-broadcaster-v18/license-option-verification
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createdAt: 2024-12-19T18:07:56.398Z
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Software transcoding does not require the installation of special hardware. The x264 codec needs to be enabled in the license provided by Zixi. To verify if the x264 license option is enabled, follow the instructions below.

**To verify is the x264 license option is enabled in V16:**

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In the **Status** page of the Zixi Broadcaster, under License Information, click on the message *"Click here for full license details"* .

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The **Zixi License Status** window opens:

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Under **Limits**, verify that the number of transcoders is greater than 0.
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Under **Features**, verify that the **x264** Transcoding option is enabled.
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**To verify is the x264 license option is enabled in V17:**

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Click on *“Full License Details”*.

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The **Zixi License Status** window opens:

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Under **Limits**, verify that the number of transcoders is greater than 0.
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Under **Features**, verify that the **x264** Transcoding option is enabled.
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