The Manage Licenses wizard shows the license key type in
the License Type column. Some of the license
key types are defined here.
Floating
The floating license key type is shown
for packages that have common licensing enabled. The package components
are enabled when the package obtains access to floating license keys
from license server.
Not enforced
The Not enforced key type is shown
for packages that do not require that a license key be installed to
run.
Permanent
The permanent license key type shows
for packages that are upgraded with a product activation kit that
contains a permanent license key and license agreement. The license
key does not expire and an authorized user can use the product on
the installed workstation indefinitely.
Trial
The trial license key type is shown for
packages with a trial license key. Some products come with a trial
license key. When you install a product, a trial license key is installed
that enables you to use the product for 30 or 60 days. During the
trial period, the product is fully functional.
When 15 days remain
in the trial period, you receive a warning that the trial product
license is about to expire. The product does not function after the
expiration date.
Token
The token-based license model means that
you can buy a certain number of token licenses. If you use an
IBM® Rational® tool
that checks out a FEATURE that is token based, the FEATURE line in
the license file specifies the number of tokens that are checked out.
Token-based licenses can only be used with floating licenses. They
cannot be used for authorized user license.
Note: Token licensing
is available only for IBM Rational products.
For
more details about token licensing, contact your local IBM marketing
representative.