Downloads & Updates for Altium Designer 2004
Service Packs
Service Pack 4 (Build Number 8.4.03.3664)is the latest release of Altium Designer. We recommend that you update your software to this latest version to have all the new features, enhancements and improvements.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Service Pack 4 will use different locations to store your settings and customizations. To bring your settings and customizations from Service Pack 2 or 3, go to DXP >> Preferences and use the 'Import From...' button after installing the patch.
*Prior to installing Service Pack 4 you will need to have Service Pack 3 installed - see below to download Service Pack 3. To install the Service Pack 4 patch, you are not required to reactivate your license.
Network License Service
The latest version of the Network License Service is Build Number 8.3.0.3410 which was released with Service Pack 3. There have been no changes to the Network License Service in Service Pack 4. If you are running the latest version, no update is required to run Service Pack 4 clients.
For instructions on installing and activating the Network License Service, refer to GU0103 License Service Setup Guide.
Prior to installing new updates, you must uninstall your existing Network License Service by using Add and Remove Programs in the Windows Control Panel. We recommend you backup any important information in the Altium Designer installation directory prior to uninstalling.