EVERKEY Hardware Copy Protection

What Is EVERKEY?

EVERKEY is a copy protection and license management system. It handles the enforcement of your license terms so you can focus on your application. Execution and date limits are a snap to setup. And you have total flexibility to renew or remove these limits via phone, fax or email.

EVERKEY utilizes the most advanced technology available to protect your Product and keep it secure. By combining the strength of hardware with the flexibility of software, we can offer an unprecedented level of compatibility and security. YOUR Product deserves nothing less!

Here's how EVERKEY works:

First, you program an Authorization Device (called a "Rockey") with information that is specific to your Product and Customer. For example, you would specify the Product Name, Serial Number and any execution and/or date limits. Also, you supply a "secret" so your Rockey Authorization Device is unique and cannot be duplicated.

Second, you add an "Authorization check" to your program which verifies that your specific Rockey is present. To make this as easy as possible, we've provided a number of examples in various languages that can be copied and pasted.

Your program containing the "Authorization check" can be freely copied, backed up, restored, etc. with no restrictions or special considerations. However, any copy of your protected program will require the presence of your unique Authorization Device. And since the Device can only be in one place at one time, you can be assured that your licensing terms are being enforced at the Customer site.

EVERKEY Rockey Hardware

The EVERKEY Authorization Devices are called Rockeys. Rockey Authorization Devices contain a custom microprocessor, EEPROM memory and specialized circuitry for random number generation. This hardware is seriously secure. The USB device has a translucent plastic case that allows an LED indicator to be seen when the device is in use. Also, the USB case design allows the device to be strung on a key ring to support a "Floating License".

Rockeys are available for USB and Parallel (LPT) ports. It doesn't matter to your protected program where the Authorization comes from, as long as it contains your unique product information. This means that your program accesses the Authorization Device the same way for all port types.

USB Rockeys are available in six translucent colors: Green, Blue, Gray, Purple, Brown and Red. And each one comes with a free matching Dust Cap. All colors are stocked and there's no charge for mixing colors in the same order. Sorry, Parallel Rockeys are only available in Black.

USB Rockeys support both USB v1.x and USB v2.0 ports. Parallel Rockeys can be daisy-chained (up to 16) and offer full support for the IEEE 1284 (ECP/EPP/SPP) standard. This ensures high compatibility and transparency with other devices plugged into the same Parallel port.

DOS thru Windows Vista is fully supported. We even allow DOS programs to access USB Rockeys when running on Windows systems that support USB ports.

Even with all these advanced features, Rockeys are very competitively priced.

Rockey (Rockey4) Technical Specifications
Specification	USB	Parallel
Dimensions	51 x 16 x 7 mm 2.01 x 0.63 x 0.28 inches	39 x 55 x 16 mm 1.54 x 2.17 x 0.63 inches
CPU Type	20 pin, 8-bit	8 pin, 8-bit
Minimum Operating Voltage	5 Volts	2.2 Volts
Current Consumption (Active/Idle)	Less than 50ma	Less than 10ma
Maximum Number of Devices in Series	16	16
Connector Type	USB Type A	25-pin Type D
Casing	Hard Molded Plastic, Tamper Evident
Operating Temperature	0 ~ 70°C (32 ~ 158°F)
Storage Temperature	-40 ~ 85°C (-40 ~ 185°F)
Memory Cell Rewrites	At least 100,000 Times, Wear Leveling Used to Maximize Device Life
Memory Data Retention	At Least 10 Years

Rockey Certifications

EVERKEY Main Features

Compatibility

EVERKEY can protect virtually any executable program that exists in the Windows or DOS world. Currently, EVERKEY supports programs that run in the following environments:

PC or MS-DOS v3.30 or later
Windows 95, including OSR2
Windows 98, including Second Edition
Windows Millennium
Windows NT v3.51
Windows NT v4.0 with Service Pack 2 or later
Windows 2000
Windows XP Home / Pro / x64
Windows Server x86 / x64 (All Editions)
Windows Vista x86 / x64 (All Editions)

Windows v3.10 and v3.11 Windows for Workgroups are not supported.

Transparency

EVERKEY protects your Product without interferring with its normal operation. Users can backup, restore and move your Product as often as necessary. And they can plug the Authorization Device into any available I/O port because EVERKEY scans ALL the ports on a PC (unless you tell it not to). Redirected printer ports in a network environment are no problem.

Date Limits

EVERKEY allows you to create fully functional Demos or Rental versions of your software. Your software will stop running on a particular day or number of days. Customers wanting to purchase or continue to lease your Product can enter a unique Renew Code which can either extend or remove the Date Limits. This Renew Code is provided by you via phone, fax or email with no shipping charges or delays!

Execution Limits

EVERKEY can also build an Execution Limit into your Product which will limit the total number of times that your protected Product can be used. Like Date Limits, this is also a great option for building fully funtional Demos or Rental versions of your software. And, of course, this Execution Limit may be extended or removed via phone, fax or email using our Renew program.

Protect Multiple Products For Same Customer

Each EVERKEY Authorization Device supports a 16-byte User-Data area which can be used as needed. The last 2 bytes of this area are called the User-Data flags. These flags consists of 16 individual bits which can be remotely turned on (set to 1) with our Renew program. You can read the User-Data flags with the KECHK function and test which bits have been set. This allows you to protect up to 16 separate Products with one Authorization Device! And the activation (Renew) codes can be sent via phone, fax or email.

Serialization & Registration

EVERKEY makes it very easy to embed specific and unique information into every Product you ship. This information can be as generic as a serial number or as unique as the User's name and address. This data is encrypted and totally secured within the protected program. Any attempt to modify it will result in the program ceasing to operate. If desired, you may display the registration information each time your program is used.

Network Compatibility

EVERKEY makes it easy to control network Products. Just issue one Authorization Device for each workstation that needs to access your Product. Nothing needs to be done to the network server. And you don't have to worry about redirected printer ports or which port the Authorization Device is installed to. EVERKEY scans ALL the ports on a PC (unless you tell it not to).

Secure Product Production

EVERKEY allows you to encrypt the files that store your Product protection options. You may also specify how those encrypted Options files can be used by those who do not know the decryption password. This feature allows for secure production environments where you can be sure that protection options are not being changed by unauthorized personnel.

Full Support For Electronic Upgrades

EVERKEY allows you to deliver your Product upgrades via Internet or email as a standard option. There is no need to ship another Authorization Device. This saves you both time and money!

All Colors Are Stocked

One Year Hardware Warranty

EVERKEY hardware comes with a full one year warranty. If a device fails due to a manufacturing defect (not physical abuse) within one year of purchase, Az-Tech will replace it free of charge according to our Return Merchandise Policy.

EVERKEY System Requirements

Here is what you will need to protect your programs with EVERKEY:

Any PC running Windows 2000 or later.
One Basic, Hi-Speed or Wireless USB Port.

You can always download and install the latest version of EVERKEY from the Az-Tech.com website. Of course, if you choose to install EVERKEY from a CD-ROM, your computer will need a CD-ROM drive.

EVERKEY Accessories

Split Rings make it easier to attach USB Rockeys to a large key chain. Each one is 1/2 inch in diameter and nickel plated. You can buy Split Rings either attached or unattached. A matching Dust Cap for each Rockey is included free of charge.

USB Extension Cables allow easy access to a USB port when the desktop or laptop computer only has I/O ports on the rear of the machine. These cables are 6 foot long and support both USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 speeds.

Using an extension cable is also a good idea if you are programming a large number of Rockeys since it will reduce wear-and-tear on your USB port connector.

EVERKEY Rockey Prices

The latest version of the EVERKEY software and electronic version of the User's Manual is always available (Free) from our Downloads page. A System CD-ROM is sent with your first order of hardware. Additional copies of the System CD-ROM may be purchased (at any time) for US$15.00 each.

Rockey Prices
Quantity Purchased	USB Rockey Price Each	Parallel Rockey Price Each
1-99	$34.00	$34.00
100-499	$26.00	$26.00
500-999	$24.00	$24.00
1,000+	$23.00	$23.00

Rockey Accessory Prices
Item	Price Each
Split Rings (Unattached)	$0.10
Split Rings (Attached)	$0.30
USB Extension Cable	$10.00

When ordering USB Rockeys, please specify your color preference. Available colors are Green, Blue, Gray, Purple, Brown and Red. There is no charge for mixing colors in the same order. Parallel Rockeys are only available in Black. 1 Dust Cap of the same color is provided free with each USB Rockey ordered.
All Rockeys are shipped without labels.

These prices are based on a quantity per order, are not cumulative and do not include shipping charges.

All prices are in U.S. Dollars and subject to change without notice.

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