Installing Feature Licenses - IBM EN4093R User Manual

For example: SN (UID): Y250CM294998. For more information about locating the
switch identification labels, see Before installing the switch module.
In the event of the switch replacement, new activation key files based on the serial
number of the replacement unit must be acquired and installed. If the replacement
is handled through IBM Service and Support, your original Authorization Code is
transferred to the serial number of the replacement unit.
The upgrade licenses can be acquired using the IBM System x Features on
Demand website http://www.ibm.com/systems/x/fod/.
You can use the website to perform the following tasks:
v Request a new activation key
v Check an authorization code to see what feature it enables and how many
v Retrieve the history of feature activation on a selected device
v Retrieve the history of feature activation on a selected authorization code
v Retrieve a lost authorization code
v Manage your IBM customer number
v Find help for the Features on Demand feature activation process
v Provide feedback to IBM about the Features on Demand process
Note: Your IBM ID and password are required to log into the Features on Demand

Installing feature licenses

Once Features on Demand activation key files have been acquired, they must be
installed on the switch. The example below illustrates use of the switch Command
Line Interface (CLI), but other interfaces may also be used (such as the Browser
Based Interface (BBI)). When installing licenses, please note the following
requirements:
v A switch reboot is required to fully activate the license(s).
v Both license key files can be downloaded prior to the switch reset.
Complete the following steps to install feature licenses:
1. Log in to the switch.
2. At the CLI prompt, type the following command.
3. Follow the prompts to enter values including the file server IP address and key
4. Once the key file download is complete, reset the switch to activate the
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remaining times it can be used to create a key
website. If you are not registered with IBM, go to http://www.ibm.com/
systems/x/fod/ and click My IBM registration in the left navigation pane.
/oper/swkey/enakey
file name.
license(s).