I have stated in other postings that we will activate if there is an issue and you need to change out the hardware. Not sure how else to explain it.

Also we have DSS versions 4TB and 8TB that do not have this issue with activation and they are less expensive then the 16TB professional version. I understand your frustration with the DSS LITE and this is why we have the professional version that are affordable for 2TB and 8TB for those who do not wish to entertain the DSS LITE.