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JACE 9000 Product Update - License Transfer Promotion

AVAILABLE UNTIL JUNE 27, 2026


Upgrade Your JACE® Platform with Forest Rock

As the building automation industry continues to advance, it’s essential that your hardware keeps pace. Forest Rock is pleased to offer a limited‑time license‑transfer promotion that enables you to migrate your existing Niagara Framework® license from a JACE 8000 to the latest JACE® 9000.

During this promotional window, you can exchange your current JACE 8000 license for a JACE 9000 license by paying only the license‑transfer fee, avoiding the full cost of a brand‑new JACE 9000 license.

This promotion provides a seamless path to the next generation of Niagara hardware, ensuring your system remains fully supported and ready for future enhancements, including the upcoming
Niagara 5 release expected in 2026.
(Please note: the JACE 8000 will not support Niagara 5.)

WHY UPGRADE TO THE JACE® 9000?

The JACE 9000 represents the next step in resilient, modern smart‑building control.
As a Forest Rock distributor, we’re committed to helping you stay ahead of industry demands with hardware built for long‑term performance and security.

Key Advantages of Moving to JACE 9000:

  • Enhanced Performance:
    Benefit from faster processing speeds and expanded memory capacity, ideal for today’s increasingly complex and data‑driven building automation applications.

  • Strengthened Cybersecurity:
    The JACE 9000 incorporates the latest security features and hardening practices to safeguard your building data and reduce cybersecurity risks.

  • Future‑Ready Compatibility:
    Fully aligned with the upcoming Niagara 5 release, ensuring ongoing support, feature updates, and access to the latest innovations in the Niagara Framework.
    (The JACE 8000 will not support Niagara 5.)

  • Seamless Migration Path:
    Carry forward your existing license, station, and configurations with minimal disruption, making the upgrade process smooth, predictable, and cost‑effective.

MAXIMISE THE VALUE OF YOUR SMA

Stay Current, Secure and Ready for the Future with Forest Rock

Your active Software Maintenance Agreement (SMA) already ensures access to the latest Niagara Framework® updates. Now, it delivers even greater value, unlocking the ability to carry your existing license forward to the JACE® 9000.

By keeping your SMA active, you safeguard your investment, maintain full upgrade eligibility, and ensure your Niagara deployment is equipped for the next generation of hardware and software.
It’s the simplest way to stay future‑ready, secure, and aligned with ongoing Niagara platform advancements.

ELIGIBILITY, TERMS & CONDITIONS

Ensure You Meet the Criteria for a Smooth License Transfer

Eligible Hardware

  • Only JACE 8000 and JACE 834 controllers qualify for this promotion.

Active SMA Required

  • The JACE 8000 must have an active Software Maintenance Agreement (SMA) at the time the license transfer is processed.

Additional Requirements

  • New Hardware Purchase:
    You must purchase—and have in stock—an unlicensed JACE 9000 controller along with a JACE 9000 SD card to complete the license migration.

  • Transfer Fee:
    A license‑transfer fee applies to each transaction.
    Part number: LIC-CHG-UPG

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