HP MFP Sending Software 4.9X Communications between devices and DSS server, Understand licensing

Communications between devices and DSS server

All communication between the DSS Service and DSS-enabled devices is encrypted. Previous generation devices (e.g. HP LaserJet M4345) use DSMP (Digital Sender Module Protocol–an encrypted HP Proprietary protocol). Edgeline devices (CM8000) use Web Services (WS) on a secure HTTPS channel. New DSS-enabled devices (e.g. Scanjet Enterprise 7000n) use a protocol know as Web Services Star (WS-*), which is also sent using HTTPS.

Communication between the DSS Service and the Configuration Utility is also secure since it uses WS-* over HTTPS.

Figure 2-6DSS communication

Understand licensing

This section contains the following topics:

●Trial license

●Licensing requirements

●Auto-generate license

●Node Locking

Trial license

When DSS is installed for the first time, you have the option of entering a license number or using the software on a 60-day evaluation basis. During the evaluation period, the software can support up to 50 Digital Sending-enabled devices. When the trial period expires, the software becomes inactive until a license is installed.

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