Assumption: Mastercam uses Sentinel-based dongles; you have multi-seat dongles and want clients to access them.
Install vendor server software
Configure clients
Test
The specific steps can vary based on the virtual USB bus software you're using. Generally, you might follow these: mastercam x72022 virtual usb bus work
When you install the Mastercam Nethasp or Sentinel drivers, the installation package creates a virtual environment within the Windows Kernel to manage these specific USB signals.
This guide explains what the Virtual USB Bus (VUSB) in Mastercam does, why it's used, and how to install, configure, troubleshoot, and secure it across versions from X7 through 2022 (assumes Windows-based Mastercam installations). Install vendor server software
Even with a virtual bus, you may see the error: "No SIM found. Please install the NetHASP or HASP key."
This usually means the virtual bus is stripping or altering the USB endpoint descriptors. Mastercam's licensing DLLs (hasp_rt.exe, hasplms.exe) perform a low-level handshake that some virtual buses cannot perfectly replicate. Configure clients
Solutions that actually work: