@Anonymous
Hi,
Although not too familiar with with the old dongles after a quick google of this error with other Autodesk software there is a few things you can try on this webpage:
https://knowledge.autodesk.com/search-result/caas/sfdcarticles/sfdcarticles/Troubleshooting-Hardware-Lock-Problems.html#E9E3
Its for 3DS Max but the some of the suggestions should still be relevant, I picked this section out which the most useful...
'Missing Lock'
Verify that the hardware lock is actually plugged into the system parallel port. Locks are small and easily swapped to other systems. If machines have recently been moved or replaced, make sure the lock is not still attached to the old CPU. You should also make sure that the lock is attached to the port properly. If the lock is not screwed in all the way, 3D Studio MAX may not recognize the presence of the lock.
The position of the hardware lock can also be a factor in making 3D Studio MAX operate. If you have a chain of locks for different products on the system, try plugging the 3DS MAX lock directly to the parallel port by itself and launch 3DS MAX. If the program runs, add the other locks to the back of the 3DS MAX lock, and launch each program to make sure they all operate correctly.
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