Summary

The MPLAB^®  XC8 C Compiler is a full-featured, highly-optimized ANSI C compiler for all 8-bit AVR^® and PIC^® Microcontroller families. This compiler integrates into Microchip’s MPLAB X IDE, is compatible with all Microchip debuggers and emulators, and runs on Windows^®, Linux^® and macOS^®.
The MPLAB XC8 PRO Compiler Dongle License unlocks the full potential and performance of all possible optimizations with the advantage of being interchangeable among workstations and highly portable – not tied to a PC or workstation. Some of its features include:

• License file is installed on a USB device
• Intended for multiple users and mobile use – plug into the workstation’s USB and go
• Includes unlimited updates to new compiler versions without the need for HPA (perpetual license)
• One dongle license is needed for each compiler type – MPLAB XC8, MPLAB XC16 and MPLAB XC32/XC32++
• Replaceable for a fee – only dongle licenses that have been registered in a mySoftware account are eligible
  • Register your dongle here: www.microchip.com/mysoftware
  • Replacements can be obtained through Technical Support and can only be replaced once

• MPLAB X IDE version 3.55 or later
• MPLAB XC8 C Compiler version 1.41 or later
• MPLAB XC16 version 1.31 or later
• MPLAB XC32 version 1.43 or later

If there is a compiler license file previously installed on your workstation, remove it before using a dongle license.

• USB Flash drive containing an encrypted MPLAB XC8 PRO C Compiler License
• Plastic Box

• MPLAB X IDE version 3.55 or later
• MPLAB XC8 C Compiler version 1.41 or later
• MPLAB XC16 version 1.31 or later
• MPLAB XC32 version 1.43 or later