Issue
To provide guidance on how to add IP-based or key-based licenses in the IP-based licensing account's portal, the main differences, and how to install them.
Environment
- KernelCare Enterprise products
Solution
IP-based licensing accounts have the option to choose between key-based or IP-based type of licenses depending on their needs. For further details, please refer to: What is the difference between an IP-based license and a key-based license?
IP-based licenses:
How to add IP-based licenses?
IP-based licenses are supported only for KernelCare Enterprise products. To add an IP-based license, do the following:
1. Login to the TuxCare Portal.
2. Go to Dashboard > Select KernelCare Enterprise on the top menu.
3. Click on Add IP license on the product box you want.
4. Complete the IP field and confirm by clicking the Add IP button.
How to activate an IP-based license?
Once the IP has been added to the portal as explained in the steps above, to activate the license, please run the IP-based command detailed in the TuxCare Documentation: KernelCare Enterprise Installation.
Key-based licenses:
How to add key-based licenses?
In order to add key-based licenses, do the following:
1. Log in to the TuxCare Portal.
2. Go to Dashboard > Select the product on the top menu.
3. Click on Manage Activation Keys on the product box you want to have.
4. Select the Create activation key.
5. Use the key to activate the license on the server.
How to activate a key-based license?
Once the steps above have been followed, to activate the license, please run a key-based command using the activation key as detailed in the TuxCare Documentation:
KernelCare Enterprise Installation Guide
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