Steps (as of 2026 practice):
| | Evaluation License | Silver License | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Primary Purpose | Full-feature evaluation, learning, and simulation. | Hardware development, debugging, and programming. | | Device Support | Supports all Microchip FPGA and SoC devices. | Supports a limited number of devices. | | Programming Support | No device programming allowed. | Yes , allows programming designs onto devices. | | License Validity | 60 days. | 1 year. | | Best Suited For | Evaluating features, running simulations, and learning the tool. | Building and testing designs on actual hardware. | | License Type | Node-locked / Floating (delivery type varies). | Node-locked / Floating (delivery type varies). |
Microchip will email a .dat file. Point your Libero License Manager to this file path. Silver vs. Gold vs. Platinum microchip libero license free
Download the web installer or the full ISO/offline installer. Run the installer and follow the on-screen prompts. Step 5: Install the License File Once you receive the emailed .dat or .lic license file:
Node-locked (tied to a specific computer’s Network Interface Card (MAC) ID or a USB dongle). Steps (as of 2026 practice): | | Evaluation
The industry-standard synthesis tool, customized for Microchip architectures, is included for free.
The free Silver license is designed for entry-level development and evaluating Microchip's low-power FPGAs. Licensing - Microchip Technology | Supports a limited number of devices
Microchip does not "nerf" the toolchain for free users. Here is the feature set included in the no-cost license:
Install the software on Windows or Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu supported). The installer includes Synplify Pro, ModelSim, and all device databases.