Avid iLok2 - USB Smart Key
Designed to address the needs of the professional audio community, the iLok2 USB Smart Key from Avid is a portable, convenient, hassle-free way to store software authorizations. The key is required for all optional Avid and Avid-distributed plug-ins, plus many other third-party plug-ins and software options for Pro Tools 6.1 and higher.
The newer version has a more compact form and allows the user to insert iLoks side by side in adjacent USB ports. Additionally, a single key can hold up to 500 authorizations.
- Portable
- iLok enables one to easily move authorization from one computer to another. This could be at home, at the office, at the studio or at a friend's house
- Convenient
- Capable of storing all iLok-enabled software authorizations on a single key, regardless of publisher
- Hassle-Free
- Immune to upgrades, disk maintenance, or hardware and software failures, iLok stores authorizations safely and securely
- Supports Multiple Licenses
- As long as your software is iLok-enabled, you can store all of your licenses on one iLok device, even if you have software that is published by multiple developers
- Cross-Platform
- Works on both Windows and Macintosh operating systems. Licenses for both platforms can be stored on the same iLok
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 13 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (8)
- Time saver (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Home studio (4)
- Professional recording (4)
- Amateur recording (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Experienced (3), Quality oriented (3)
- Primary use:
- Business (3)
- Computer Platform:
- Mac (3)
Most Liked Positive Review
Improved, but....
A substantial improvement over the original iLok, which always felt flimsy, and jutted out so far from a computer (especially a laptop) that it was at risk of being broken off by a ...Read complete review
A substantial improvement over the original iLok, which always felt flimsy, and jutted out so far from a computer (especially a laptop) that it was at risk of being broken off by a careless motion.
Aesthetically, a far more pleasing design as well.
The negatives: Should still be smaller. Couldn't this be designed so barely a small part portruded outside the computer?
Also: The use of a cap is asking for trouble. The cap is simply too easy to lose. Either an attached cap, or a retractable design, would have made the most sense.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Better, not yet ideal.
There are no alternatives to the iLok: if you need to run ProTools 9, plugins, etc., you will need the product. The new design is substantially better than the iLok1 - it ...Read complete review
There are no alternatives to the iLok: if you need to run ProTools 9, plugins, etc., you will need the product. The new design is substantially better than the iLok1 - it fits comfortably in a row of USB ports. Note that the cap is detachable, and will likely be lost quickly. Also, the iLok2 will stick out about 1.75" from your computer. If using with a laptop, you will likely need to detach it before putting your computer in a travel bag/case - so don't lose the cap.
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Pros
- Easy To Setup
- Easy To Use
- Fast
- High Capacity
- Portable
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Software authorization
Comments about Digidesign iLok2 - USB Smart Key:
I use it to register authorizations for required software.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Setup
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
- Not Portable Enough
Best Uses
- If Product Requires It
Comments about Digidesign iLok2 - USB Smart Key:
There are no alternatives to the iLok: if you need to run ProTools 9, plugins, etc., you will need the product. The new design is substantially better than the iLok1 - it fits comfortably in a row of USB ports. Note that the cap is detachable, and will likely be lost quickly. Also, the iLok2 will stick out about 1.75" from your computer. If using with a laptop, you will likely need to detach it before putting your computer in a travel bag/case - so don't lose the cap.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Digidesign iLok2 - USB Smart Key:
Being smaller than the old iLok is great. The blue LED though...when will this trend end? Thankfully, it's refracted through a bit of plastic, so it's not super irritating. If it is within your field of vision, you will notice it.
Holding more licenses is great too.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy To Install
Cons
- Incompatible with Firefox
Best Uses
Comments about Digidesign iLok2 - USB Smart Key:
Works perfectly to hold software licenses. However, it will not work with the Firefox browser.It took me a while to figure that out, but then it worked fine with Safari (Mac OS 10.6.7)
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Great Value
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Digidesign iLok2 - USB Smart Key:
Much improved design. I own the original iLock, and upgraded to the new one. It not only holds more licenses, but it also fits into the usb port on my 17" Macbook Pro without inhibiting access to the other usb ports. Its design also matches the styling of the laptop. Highly recommended!!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Comments about Digidesign iLok2 - USB Smart Key:
I have 2 studios working with Pro Tools 8. My idea was to buy the Ilok2 to make a copy of the license from my Pro Tools 8 M-Powered, so I can work with both at the same time. But this is not possible, you can only make tranfers of serials.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Digidesign iLok2 - USB Smart Key:
Software[...]worked well. When putting the thing on a key chain, the cap could probably fall off. I've had this happen to other usb keys. In any case, this is used for Pro Tools Auth, and is working fine.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about Digidesign iLok2 - USB Smart Key:
A substantial improvement over the original iLok, which always felt flimsy, and jutted out so far from a computer (especially a laptop) that it was at risk of being broken off by a careless motion.
Aesthetically, a far more pleasing design as well.
The negatives: Should still be smaller. Couldn't this be designed so barely a small part portruded outside the computer?
Also: The use of a cap is asking for trouble. The cap is simply too easy to lose. Either an attached cap, or a retractable design, would have made the most sense.
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional Recording
Comments about Digidesign iLok2 - USB Smart Key:
What is there to say about an iLok? It works as expected.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves System Function
- Saves Time
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
Comments about Digidesign iLok2 - USB Smart Key:
This product is great, not only because you need it for most audio programs it is easy to use; the installation was SO easy. And it's small size is so ideal; I carry mine on a key-chain. There has been NO flaws with this drive and the fact that it is a USB port makes it even easier! It is beyond durable, and it can hold up to 500 authorization codes! The ilok2 may be small but it sure can pack a punch!
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Saves Time
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Studio
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about Digidesign iLok2 - USB Smart Key:
Simple as browsing the www, just create an acount and can transfer licenses to diferent iLoks and that way anly take out from home the tools you need.
Zero down time looks as a perfect solution for broken products.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Holds 500 Licenses
- Saves Space
Cons
- Easy to lose cap
Best Uses
- Storing Software Licenses
Comments about Digidesign iLok2 - USB Smart Key:
It's everything iLok said it would be:
Slim, 500 licenses, it seems very sturdy.
You really need this if you are a Waves Mercury user!
License transfers were painless.
Windows XP: no issues with any of my hosts.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Saves Time
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
- Professional Recording
Comments about Digidesign iLok2 - USB Smart Key:
Great new design and holds 5 times as many authorizations as the previous version. I'm using it with pro tools 9 and it works great.
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- One (1) Year Warranty
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