Software License Types
AssetExplorer allows you to customize license types for all software manufacturers based on the number of workstations and users.
To access the Software License Types configuration page, go to Admin > Software > Software License Types.
The default Software License Types in AssetExplorer are as follows:
Software License Type | Explanation |
Individual | Single installation |
OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers) | Already installed software |
Named User License | Specific user |
Volume | Multiple users |
Client Access License (CAL) | User rights to access server services |
Trial License | Trial versions |
Enterprise (Perpetual) | Lifelong software services |
Concurrent License | Access for a specific number of users at a time |
Free License | Freeware |
Enterprise Subscription | Software to be renewed regularly |
Node Locked | Workstations with specific configurations |
Add a New License Type
- Click Add New License Type on the configuration page.
- Enter a name for the license in License Type.
- Choose the software manufacturer from the dropdown menu. You can also create a new manufacturer by clicking
.
- Software licenses can be tracked by workstations or users. Select the appropriate option from the Track By drop-down.
- Workstation: Licenses are counted based on the number of computers where the software is installed.
- User: Licenses are counted based on the number of individuals who can use the software.
- If you have selected Workstation,
- Select the number of installations allowed: Single, Volume, Unlimited, OEM
- Enable Is Node Locked to restrict the installation to only one instance on that particular workstation.
- If you have selected User, select the number of users allowed to use the software: Single, Volume, or Unlimited.
- Choose Is Perpetual if the software needs a one-time installation and does not require renewal.
- Choose Is Free License if the software is freeware with unlimited installations and no expiration.
- Some software license types have sublicenses. You can add these under the License Option. To delete a sub license, choose it from the list box and click
.
Configuration Page Actions
- To edit a license type, click
beside the license type.
- To delete a license type, select the checkbox beside the license type and click Delete.
Default license types cannot be edited or deleted.
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