Frequently Asked Questions

Pay Per Use Software

We received an e-mail message indicating a HP-UX partition did not report system configuration data. What is the problem and how do I correct it?

Make sure that the PPU software is installed and the https connection is properly configured to the utility meter for the partition. All partitions, including virtual partitions, must have the PPU software installed and the https connection configured to connect to the utility meter. See “Troubleshooting the PPU Software” on page 46 for details on ensuring your PPU system is compliant and functional.

How many usage reports are retained on the PPU system?

The PPU system retains the latest usage report. For a complete history of your usage reports you can access the PPU web portal. See “PPU Web Portal” on page 36 for details.

You can view the latest PPU usage report for your system by invoking a web browser (or text editor) and opening the file:

/var/ppu/PPUReport.xml

When is information sent by the PPU software?

A system report is sent from the PPU software to the utility meter when the following occurs:

•System startup

•Approximately every 30 minutes, when the system is running

•System shutdown

What is the difference between PPU versions B.05.00 and B.06.x?

The main difference between these two PPU versions (HP product T2351AA) is that with versions B.06.x, the ppud daemon is started automatically when specifying the utility meter using the command: /usr/sbin/ppuconfig -mmeter. With PPU version B.05.00, the ppud daemon needed to be started manually (with the command: /sbin/init.d/ppu start).

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