Mikrotik Change Software Id Link //top\\

1. The System Identity: This is the name of the router (e.g., "MikroTik-Router-01").
2. The RouterBOARD License "Software-ID": This is a unique hexadecimal ID tied to the hardware itself (e.g., ABCD-EFGH), used to register a license key.

Part 1: What is a MikroTik Software ID?

For x86 (PC) Installations:

Replacing the hard drive or installing on a different PC will result in a completely new Software ID.

• Find the "Cloud Hosted Router & License Keys" section (or navigate to "License Keys").
• Find the specific key you wish to transfer. It will show the old Software ID currently attached to it.

Method 2: Via CLI (Terminal)