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A PERPETUAL SOLUTION vs. FIVE-FIGURE ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS
Modern 3D Electromagnetic-PIC simulation software typically requires an annual "Software as a Service" (SaaS) subscription, often costing $20,000 to $50,000+ USD per year.
This MAGIC v5.0 Suite includes the Original 3D Parallel Hardware Key, offering a rare "perpetual" license. For a research lab, specialized engineering firm, or independent physicist, this is a one-time investment. You own the hardware key; you own the capability.
Why pay tens of thousands in recurring fees when you can own the industry-standard legacy platform for life?
Unused / New Old Stock (NOS): Most legacy MAGIC licenses were "retired" or lost during corporate acquisitions. This is a rare, pristine survival—found in its original archival shipping envelopes. It is likely the most complete and "clean" version of this suite available anywhere in the world today.
The Ultimate "Time Capsule" for Computational Physics
Offered here is an exceptionally rare, museum-quality set of the MAGIC Tool Suite v5.0 (July 2002), developed by the legendary Mission Research Corporation (MRC). This is not merely a software disc; it is a complete, functional legacy workstation asset in "New Old Stock" condition.
Originally found preserved in its original manila and bubble-wrap shipping mailers, this suite appears to have never been deployed. It represents a pinnacle era in 3D electromagnetic Particle-In-Cell (PIC) simulation, used by organizations like NASA, Sandia National Labs, and the AFRL for modeling high-power microwaves, plasma physics, and vacuum electronics.
What’s Included:
Original MAGIC v5.0 Installation Media: In pristine, "TDK" pressed condition.
MAGIC 3D Parallel Hardware Key: The critical Sentinel SuperPro (DB-25 Parallel) dongle. Labeled explicitly for "MAGIC 3D" with a parallel license—this is the "brain" that unlocks the full simulation capabilities of the suite.
Original Case & Technical Insert: Includes the "Getting Started" guide with step-by-step installation instructions for Windows NT/98/XP environments.
Provenance: Preserved in its original archival shipping materials.
Technical Capabilities (v5.0):
Engines: Includes MAGIC2D and MAGIC3D for complex finite-difference, time-domain (FDTD) modeling.
Addition features included but not limited to ⬇️
Sub-Tools: Features MUGMAN (Electronic Manual), POSTER (Post-processor), and REVIEW (Data Visualization).
Particle-In-Cell (PIC) Code: This is the specific "science" behind the software.
Electromagnetic Simulation: The broad field this tool dominates.
FDTD (Finite-Difference Time-Domain): The mathematical method MAGIC uses.
High-Power Microwave (HPM): The primary industry use for this specific version.
Vacuum Electronics: The hardware (like TWTs and Klystrons) designed with this tool.
Legacy Sentinel SuperPro: The specific name of the hardware key.
New Old Stock (NOS): The "gold standard" condition for collectors.
Perpetual License: The "Value for Life" keyword that justifies your price.
Applications: Essential for the design of Gyrotrons, Klystrons, TWTs, BWOs, and advanced particle accelerators.
Condition Report:
Disc: Flawless. No scratches, pinholes, or bronzing.
Dongle: Clean contacts, original factory labeling intact.
Paperwork: Crisp, no yellowing or "shelf wear" typically seen in lab environments.
Important Legacy Note:
This software is intended for archival research, legacy lab support, or high-end vintage computing collections. Due to the nature of the parallel-port Sentinel key, a legacy workstation (Windows NT/2000/XP) with a native DB-25 port is recommended for operation.
This legacy suite utilizes a Sentinel SuperPro DB-25 Parallel Port Hardware Key. Please ensure your workstation has a native, motherboard-integrated parallel port. Many modern USB-to-Parallel adapters are not compatible with high-security legacy dongles due to signal timing requirements.
Operating System Compatibility:
This version (v5.0, July 2002) was designed for Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, and Windows XP. While it may be possible to run this in a Virtual Machine (VM) or on later Windows versions (Windows 7/10/11) using legacy driver mode, the seller cannot guarantee performance or compatibility on modern operating systems.
Installation & Licensing:
This is sold as New Old Stock (NOS) archival software.
The buyer is responsible for the technical configuration and installation of the Sentinel drivers and MAGIC software.
Because this includes a unique physical hardware license key, returns are not accepted once the security seal/packaging has been opened or the disc has been handled.
The "One Year License" printed on the key typically refers to the original 2002 support/update period; the physical key itself acts as a perpetual hardware unlock for the v5.0 software provided.
Modern equivalents to the MAGIC Tool Suite—high-fidelity 3D electromagnetic Particle-In-Cell (PIC) simulation platforms—are some of the most expensive software assets in the engineering world.
Because these tools are used to design advanced defense and aerospace technology, they are typically sold through private quotes rather than retail stores. Based on current industry data for similar systems, here is the cost breakdown:
1. Commercial "Tier 1" Solvers (CST, Ansys, CHICAGO)
If a lab were to buy a modern equivalent today, they would face staggering upfront and recurring costs:
AInitial License Fee: For a single-user seat of a top-tier solver like Ansys HFSS or CST Studio Suite, the initial cost typically ranges from $50,000 to $90,000.
Annual Maintenance: Even after the initial purchase, labs usually pay a yearly support and update fee of $12,000 to $18,000.
Advanced Plasma Suites: A modern direct descendant like the CHICAGO Advanced Plasma Physics Simulation suite lists for $99,000 for a single-cluster license.
Subscription/SaaS Models
Many newer entries in the market have moved to annual subscriptions:
Mid-Range Packages: Specialized 3D EM simulation tools often start at roughly $20,000 per year.
Token/Credit Systems: Some companies use "SimUnits" or tokens for occasional users, which can still cost thousands per month depending on the complexity of the simulation.
Academic & Research Pricing
Even with "Academic" discounts, these systems are a major investment:
University Licenses: Many "discounted" research versions of comparable PIC software still cost between $60,000 and $99,000.
Summary of the "Perpetual" Value
Your legacy system's value lies in its Perpetual Hardware Key. While a modern lab might pay $320,000 annually on average for a suite of Ansys tools, your MAGIC Suite allows a researcher to perform professional-grade PIC simulations for a one-time cost.
Item will be shipped insured with signature required.
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