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The Upgrade Manager in QuantaStor serves the purpose of facilitating the process of upgrading and updating the QuantaStor storage platform. It is a tool that provides administrators with a centralized interface to manage and perform system upgrades across the storage infrastructure.
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The License Manager in QuantaStor serves the purpose of managing and controlling the licenses associated with the QuantaStor software-defined storage (SDS) platform. It provides administrators with the ability to view, activate, update, and manage the licensing information and entitlements for their QuantaStor deployments.
  
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Here are the key purposes and functionalities of the Upgrade Manager in QuantaStor:
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Here are the key purposes and functions of the License Manager in QuantaStor:
  
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Simplified upgrade process: The Upgrade Manager streamlines the upgrade process by providing a user-friendly interface for managing and initiating upgrades. It eliminates the need for manual updates and reduces the complexity associated with upgrading individual components of the storage system.
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*License Activation: The License Manager allows administrators to activate the licenses they have obtained for QuantaStor. This involves inputting the license keys or license files provided by the vendor or authorized distributor. Activation ensures that the QuantaStor system recognizes and applies the appropriate licensing features and functionality.
  
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Centralized control: The Upgrade Manager offers centralized control over the upgrade process. Administrators can initiate upgrades on multiple storage systems simultaneously, ensuring consistency across the storage infrastructure.
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*License Management: The License Manager provides a centralized interface for administrators to manage their QuantaStor licenses. This includes viewing license details, such as license type, expiration dates, usage restrictions, and allocated resources. It also allows administrators to monitor license utilization and track license compliance.
  
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Version management: The Upgrade Manager keeps track of the available versions and updates of the QuantaStor software. It provides administrators with information about the latest releases, bug fixes, and feature enhancements, allowing them to make informed decisions about upgrading their systems.
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*License Updates and Renewals: QuantaStor licenses may have expiration dates or require periodic renewals. The License Manager enables administrators to update or renew their licenses, ensuring continued access to the QuantaStor features and support. This functionality helps maintain compliance and ensures that the QuantaStor deployment remains in a licensed and supported state.
  
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Dependency resolution: During the upgrade process, the Upgrade Manager resolves dependencies between different components of the QuantaStor software. It ensures that all required components are upgraded in the correct order, minimizing compatibility issues and ensuring a smooth transition to the new version.
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*Feature Enablement: QuantaStor licenses often determine the available features and functionality within the platform. The License Manager enables administrators to enable or disable specific features based on their licensed entitlements. This ensures that the QuantaStor deployment aligns with the purchased licenses and provides access to the appropriate set of features.
  
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Rollback support: In the event of an upgrade failure or compatibility issues, the Upgrade Manager provides rollback support. It allows administrators to revert to the previous version of the software, restoring the system to a known working state.
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*License Reporting and Auditing: The License Manager provides reporting capabilities that allow administrators to generate license usage reports, track license consumption, and perform license audits. These features help organizations ensure compliance with license agreements and optimize license allocation and utilization.
  
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Notifications and status monitoring: The Upgrade Manager provides notifications and status updates on the progress of the upgrade process. Administrators can monitor the status of individual systems and track the overall progress to ensure successful completion.
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By providing a centralized interface for license management, activation, updates, and reporting, the License Manager in QuantaStor simplifies the administration and monitoring of licensing information and helps organizations effectively manage their QuantaStor deployments within the licensed entitlements.
  
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Overall, the Upgrade Manager in QuantaStor simplifies and streamlines the process of upgrading the storage platform. It centralizes control, resolves dependencies, and provides administrators with the necessary tools to manage and monitor upgrades effectively.
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'''Navigation:''' Storage Management --> Storage Systems --> Storage System --> License Manager ''(toolbar)''
  
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For Additional information, see [[License Management]]
  
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=== [[Storage System Activate License Online | '''Activate Online''']] ===
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For Additional information, see [[Storage System Activate License Online]]
  
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=== [[Storage System Activate License Offline | '''Activate Via Email''']] ===
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For Additional information, see [[Storage System License Activate Online|Activate via E-mail]]
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What is the purpose of License Manager  in QuantaStor
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The License Manager in QuantaStor serves the purpose of managing the licenses required for using the QuantaStor storage platform. It provides administrators with a centralized interface to view, activate, and manage licenses for various features and functionalities within QuantaStor.
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The QuantaStor License Manager can be accessed via the [[Storage_System_Checklist | System Checklist]] or directly from the [[QuantaStor_Manager_Web_Admin_Guide#Storage_Management_Tab | Storage Management Toolbar]].
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Use the License Manager to [[Storage_System_License_Add | add new OS Nexus QuantaStor license keys]]. There are two methods available to activate license keys which have been added to the License Manager. If the QuantaStor system has an active connection to the internet you can [[Storage_System_License_Activate_Online | Activate Online]]. If online activation is unavailable, you can send an email to [mailto:support@osnexus.com support@osnexus.com] using the template from the [[Storage_System_License_Activate_Email | Activate via Email]] dialog. The License Manager can also be used to [[System_License_Remove | remove expired license keys]].
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*License activation: The License Manager allows administrators to activate licenses for specific features or capabilities of QuantaStor. This process typically involves entering a license key or file provided by the vendor or license provider.
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*License monitoring: The License Manager provides a centralized view of all licenses activated within the QuantaStor environment. Administrators can check the status of each license, including expiration dates and usage limits.
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*Feature enablement: QuantaStor offers various features and functionalities that may require separate licenses to activate. The License Manager enables administrators to selectively enable or disable these features based on the available licenses.
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*License management: The License Manager allows administrators to manage licenses efficiently. It provides options to add new licenses, remove expired licenses, and transfer licenses between systems if necessary.
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*License compliance: By centralizing license management, the License Manager helps ensure license compliance within the QuantaStor environment. Administrators can monitor and track license usage to ensure that the system is properly licensed and adheres to any licensing agreements.
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*Notifications and alerts: The License Manager may provide notifications and alerts to administrators regarding upcoming license expirations or potential license violations. This helps administrators stay informed and take appropriate actions in a timely manner.
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Overall, the License Manager in QuantaStor simplifies and streamlines license management for the storage platform. It provides a centralized interface to activate, monitor, and manage licenses, ensuring compliance and enabling administrators to make the most of the licensed features and functionalities available within QuantaStor.
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'''Navigation:''' Storage Management --> Storage Systems --> Storage System --> License Manager ''(toolbar)''
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For Additional information... [https://wiki.osnexus.com/index.php?title=License_Management Admin Guide - License Management]
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[[Storage System License Activate Online | '''Activate Online''']] <br>
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[[Storage System License Activate Email | '''Activate Via Email''']] <br>
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[[Storage System License Add | '''Add License''']] <br>
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Latest revision as of 16:19, 8 April 2024

Manage QuantaStor Licenses.

The License Manager in QuantaStor serves the purpose of managing and controlling the licenses associated with the QuantaStor software-defined storage (SDS) platform. It provides administrators with the ability to view, activate, update, and manage the licensing information and entitlements for their QuantaStor deployments.

Here are the key purposes and functions of the License Manager in QuantaStor:

  • License Activation: The License Manager allows administrators to activate the licenses they have obtained for QuantaStor. This involves inputting the license keys or license files provided by the vendor or authorized distributor. Activation ensures that the QuantaStor system recognizes and applies the appropriate licensing features and functionality.
  • License Management: The License Manager provides a centralized interface for administrators to manage their QuantaStor licenses. This includes viewing license details, such as license type, expiration dates, usage restrictions, and allocated resources. It also allows administrators to monitor license utilization and track license compliance.
  • License Updates and Renewals: QuantaStor licenses may have expiration dates or require periodic renewals. The License Manager enables administrators to update or renew their licenses, ensuring continued access to the QuantaStor features and support. This functionality helps maintain compliance and ensures that the QuantaStor deployment remains in a licensed and supported state.
  • Feature Enablement: QuantaStor licenses often determine the available features and functionality within the platform. The License Manager enables administrators to enable or disable specific features based on their licensed entitlements. This ensures that the QuantaStor deployment aligns with the purchased licenses and provides access to the appropriate set of features.
  • License Reporting and Auditing: The License Manager provides reporting capabilities that allow administrators to generate license usage reports, track license consumption, and perform license audits. These features help organizations ensure compliance with license agreements and optimize license allocation and utilization.

By providing a centralized interface for license management, activation, updates, and reporting, the License Manager in QuantaStor simplifies the administration and monitoring of licensing information and helps organizations effectively manage their QuantaStor deployments within the licensed entitlements.

Navigation: Storage Management --> Storage Systems --> Storage System --> License Manager (toolbar)

For Additional information, see License Management

Activate Online

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For Additional information, see Storage System Activate License Online

Activate Via Email

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For Additional information, see Activate via E-mail

Add License

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For Additional information, see Storage System Add License

Remove License

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For Additional information, see System License Remove

Return to the QuantaStor Web Admin Guide

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