An access code serves as a ‘password’ that the protected application uses for locating the required dongle and performing an operation. Such code is called a Private Code.
The Guardant family of dongles has three different Private Access Codes:
| Code | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Private Read Code (PRC) | Serves for reading the dongle’s memory and performing hardware algorithms |
| Private Write Code (PWC) | Serves for recoding information into the dongle's memory |
| Private Master Code (PMC) | Serves for performing special operations with the dongle |
In order to perform any operation the protected application has to send its Private Code to the dongle.
Besides, each Guardant dongle has a Public Code. Its function is to demonstrate the ownership of the dongle. Use the diagnostics utility to view the Public Code.
The access codes are recorded into the dongle’s memory before the sale and cannot be changed.