Windows: Steinberg Activation Manager 1.5 does not open, programs get stuck during licence check

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Windows: Steinberg Activation Manager 1.5 does not open, programs get stuck during licence check

Problem

After installing a Steinberg application on Windows, Steinberg Activation Manager 1.5 does no longer open. Licensed applications get stuck at startup, checking for licenses.

Background

We are still investigating this. Apparently, the issue is related to remains from earlier Steinberg Activation Manager installations.

Solution