Solidworks.2017.activator-ssq Error 6 (Top)

Given that SolidWorks 2017 is now several years old, you may ask: Should I spend hours fixing Error 6?

Double-check that you're using the correct product key and that your license is active. If you're using a trial version, ensure that you haven't exceeded the trial period. Solidworks.2017.activator-ssq Error 6

Ensure the activator is extracted to a simple, local path. Given that SolidWorks 2017 is now several years