License Requirements - PostgreSQL iDataAgent
By default, the agent is installed using an Evaluation license. Once the evaluation period is complete, you need to obtain a permanent license from your Software Provider.
You can choose to use one of the following licensing mechanisms:
- Traditional License, based upon products and features in your CommCell.
- Capacity License, based on the amount of data you want to protect.
For comprehensive information on licensing, see License Administration.
Traditional License
The following license type is available for the PostgreSQL iDataAgent.
| Agent or Component |
License Type |
| PostgreSQL on Unix |
Application Class 1 |
| PostgreSQL on Windows |
Application Class 1 |
If you have a clustered environment, you must also obtain the following licenses based on the operating system.
| Agent or Component |
License Type |
Linux
| Linux File System |
Server File System |
- Red Hat Linux Cluster
- VERITAS Cluster for Linux
|
Cluster Group |
Windows
| Microsoft Windows File System (Server Class) |
Server File system |
| Microsoft Windows File System (Cluster) |
Cluster Group |
Capacity License
If you plan to use capacity licenses, you must obtain the following license:
| License Type |
License Consumption |
| Backup |
1 license per CommCell for n Terabytes (TB) of protected data |
