Adding and applying licenses

HP Insight Capacity Advisor Consolidation software

The HP Insight Capacity Advisor Consolidation software license allows you to collect and analyze data from systems that are planned to be consolidated. This license is only needed on managed systems that do not have a license for HP Insight Capacity Advisor software or Insight Dynamics.

License name	Licensed products	Managed systems
HP Insight Capacity Advisor	HP Insight Capacity Advisor software	Servers running HP-UX 11i, Microsoft
Consolidation software		Windows for Integrity, x86–based
		Microsoft Windows Server, or Linux.

Notes

•License is valid for six months after it is assigned to a system.

•Does not include license for HP Insight Virtualization Manager software. Systems with only this license will not be visible in Virtualization Manager.

To use a purchased license, you must first add it to the HP SIM License Manager database on the CMS, then apply the license to a specific managed system. The CMS keeps track of how many of each type of license are available to be applied to managed systems. As you apply licenses, the number of available licenses decreases.

NOTE: Unlicensed systems will not be displayed by HP Insight Virtualization Manager software. At startup, Virtualization Manager displays an alert in the toolbar if there are unlicensed systems. Clicking this alert displays the following text:

The following systems were ignored by Virtualization

Manager because they are not licensed or have an

expired license …

The licensing status of Virtual machines that are no longer associated with their VM Host cannot be determined by Insight Dynamics. In this case, the following message is displayed:

The licensing status for the following Virtual Machines could not be determined because they are not associated with a VM host. They will be ignored by Virtualization Manager …

To add and apply licenses, you must have administrative rights on the CMS and you must be authorized for the All Tools toolbox on the managed systems that you want to license. To assign administrative rights to an HP SIM user, select the Users tab under Options→Security→Users and Authorizations... and enable the “Configure CMS Security” option. To authorize users for toolboxes, use the Authorizations tab under Options→Security→Users and Authorizations....

Recommended Process: Use the managed system setup wizard

HP recommends using the Insight managed system setup wizard to add and apply licenses for Insight Dynamics. To start the managed system setup wizard, select Configure→Managed System Setup Wizard... from the HP SIM top menu. Help is available in each step of the wizard. For more information about the managed system setup wizard, see the Insight Managed System Setup Wizard Getting Started Guide.

Alternative Process: Use HP SIM License Manager

If you choose not to use the managed system setup wizard, you can use HP SIM License Manager to add and apply most types of licenses. You can also use License Manager to view the available

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INSIGHT DYNAMICS T8671-91017 specifications

HP Insight Dynamics T8671-91017 is a powerful management tool specifically designed for optimizing data center environments. This comprehensive solution provides a holistic view of the infrastructure, enabling organizations to effectively manage resources, workloads, and applications, thereby maximizing efficiency and performance.

One of the standout features of HP Insight Dynamics is its ability to deliver intelligent resource allocation. The tool utilizes advanced analytics to assess workload demands and automatically redistribute resources as necessary. This dynamic capacity management ensures that critical applications receive the necessary performance levels while minimizing waste.

The solution is built on a foundation of robust technologies, including virtualization and real-time monitoring. By integrating with HP's virtualization products, Insight Dynamics allows organizations to leverage their existing infrastructure and seamlessly deploy virtual machines. This not only reduces hardware costs but also enhances operational flexibility. The real-time monitoring capability provides administrators with up-to-the-minute insights into resource utilization, helping them identify bottlenecks and optimize performance.

HP Insight Dynamics features predictive analytics that assist in planning for future capacity needs. By analyzing historical data and trends, the tool can forecast requirements, enabling organizations to make informed decisions about scaling their infrastructure. This proactive approach helps in avoiding potential performance issues before they arise.

Another significant characteristic of the T8671-91017 is its user-friendly interface. With intuitive dashboards and reports, users can quickly access relevant information and gain insights into their environment. This ease of use is essential for organizations that may not have specialized IT staff on hand, ensuring that all users can benefit from the tool's capabilities.

Security is also a critical aspect of HP Insight Dynamics. The solution integrates with existing security protocols and provides features that help safeguard sensitive data while maintaining compliance with industry standards.

Overall, HP Insight Dynamics T8671-91017 is an essential tool for modern data center management. By combining intelligent resource allocation, advanced analytics, user-friendly design, and robust security, this solution empowers organizations to streamline operations, enhance performance, and drive continuous improvement in their IT environments.