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PACE Anti-Piracy iLok USB-A 3rd-Generation USB-A Software Authorization Key

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PACE Anti-Piracy iLok USB-A 3rd-Generation USB-A Software Authorization Key
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Key Features
  • USB Key for Storing Authorizations
  • Holds up to 1500 Authorizations
  • Smaller than Previous Versions
  • Stronger and More Durable Enclosure
Designed to address the needs of the professional audio community, the iLok USB-A from PACE Anti-Piracy is a portable, convenient, and hassle-free USB-A software authorization key for storing multiple software authorizations. A single key can hold authorizations from multiple developers and is cross-platform compatible. This 3rd-generation product has a more compact form and allows the user to insert iLoks side by side in adjacent USB ports. It is stronger, more durable, and holds three times the licenses when compared to iLok2.
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PACE Anti-Piracy iLok 3 Overview

Designed to address the needs of the professional audio community, the iLok USB-A from PACE Anti-Piracy is a portable, convenient, and hassle-free USB-A software authorization key for storing multiple software authorizations. A single key can hold authorizations from multiple developers and is cross-platform compatible. This 3rd-generation product has a more compact form and allows the user to insert iLoks side by side in adjacent USB ports. It is stronger, more durable, and holds three times the licenses when compared to iLok2.

Portability for Multiple Platforms
  • Easily move authorizations from one computer to another, whether you are at home, the office, the studio, or a friend's house
  • Capable of storing up to 1500 iLok-enabled software authorizations on a single key, regardless of publisher
  • Works on both Windows and Macintosh operating systems, with the ability to have licenses for both platforms stored on the same iLok
  • Immune to upgrades, disk maintenance, or hardware and software failures
Rugged Design
  • Extruded aluminum frame will not split or crack under normal circumstances
  • Wide and strong loop accommodates most desktop security cables
  • Glowing blue LED indicator light
  • Etched serial number will not rub off
UPC: 858823002028

PACE Anti-Piracy iLok 3 Specs

General
Compatibility
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Inputs/Outputs
USB I/O
1 x USB-A Integrated Male Input/Output
Power
Power Source
USB
Physical
Material of Construction
Aluminum
Dimensions
1.6 x 0.5" / 4.1 x 1.3 cm
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.03 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
8.65 x 3.1 x 0.2"

PACE Anti-Piracy iLok 3 Reviews

If you need one, you have no choice

By Mark
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2026-01-12

If you need a device on which to store your iLOK-managed software licenses to physically move from computer to computer, this is what you need (a USB-C version is also available). As there's just the one manufacturer and no alternatives, you can just pay whatever they and the retailer choose to demand for it, which in my opinion as an engineering professional is about 4x what would be fair and about 12x their cost per unit. Functionality wise, the device works as expected with the iLok License Manager software, and size wise, this USB-A version is about 2/3 the size of a typical USB flash drive, which I suppose is a plus. An unnecessary bright blue LED serves to remind you every time you look at your computer that you spent close to $50 on this.

Works as it should!

By John
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-12-26

B&H got it here quickly…..

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Is this USB-C or USB-A?

Is this USB-C or USB-A?
Asked by: Michael
This iLok is USB type A size.
Answered by: Steven M
Date published: 2021-12-17

Can this be used with a usb-a to usb-c adapter on ...

Can this be used with a usb-a to usb-c adapter on systems that do not have usb-a ports?
Asked by: Dan
Yes, the PACE Anti-Piracy iLok USB-A 3rd-Generation USB Type-A Software Authorization Key can be used with a USB-A to USB-C conversion adapter without affecting the functionality.
Answered by: Elliot A
Date published: 2025-12-30
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