2 License management

This chapter describes the licensing model, the types of licenses available for Insight Dynamics, and how to add and apply licenses. The tables in the following sections summarize the hardware platforms and operating systems supported for each Insight Dynamics license. For detailed hardware and software configurations supported by Insight Dynamics, see the HP Insight Software

6.2Support Matrix, available at http://www.hp.com/go/insightdynamics/docs.

Insight Dynamics licensing model

Insight Dynamics is licensed for use on managed systems as shown in the following table. Licenses are managed from the Central Management Server (CMS), using the HP SIM License Manager database.

NOTE: Additional product licenses may be required, depending on the details of your installation.

System type

License requirement1

HP Integrity Server

License per CPU socket or core2

HP 9000 Server

License per CPU socket or core 2

HP ProLiant ML/DL Server

License per system

HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosure

No enclosure license required or available. Licenses apply

 

to individual server blades.

HP BladeSystem c-Class ProLiant server blade

License per blade

HP Integrity server blade

License per CPU socket or core 2

Virtual machines running under any of the following:

Covered by host server license

HP Integrity Virtual Machines

VMware ESX

VMware ESXi

Microsoft Hyper-V

1 The HP Insight Capacity Advisor Consolidation software license is always licensed per system, regardless of system type. See “HP Insight Capacity Advisor Consolidation software” (page 18).

2Trial licenses are licensed per system. See “Trial licenses” (page 15).

To obtain a permanent License To Use (LTU) for Insight Dynamics, contact your HP sales representative, your HP services representative, or your authorized HP reseller. The available licenses are listed in the sections that follow.

To use a purchased license, it must be added to the HP SIM License Manager database on the CMS and then applied to a managed system. For more information, see “Adding and applying licenses” (page 18).

Trial licenses

When Insight Dynamics is installed on the CMS, 10 trial licenses for the HP Insight Dynamics - VSE suite for Integrity are included in the License Manager database. These licenses can be applied to HP Integrity and HP 9000 systems. Each trial license is valid for 90 days after it is applied to a managed system. To continue to manage these systems beyond the trial period, permanent licenses must be purchased.

These trial licenses can be applied to managed systems by the Insight managed system setup wizard or by the vselicense command. They cannot be applied through HP SIM License

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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.