How to implement counted License in a current uncounted License Environment

[James_C_6]

I am using Intel Fortran for Linux. We have a current install where the license was single user based. I have since purchased a 20 seat license. I am implementing FLEX licsensing into the environment. I have a few questions;

1. Can I put the new license files in the same directory as the current licenses /opt/intel/licenses and the server manager will not be impacted by the old licenses?

2. I chose to implement the 3 server redundant configuration. do I need to install the compiler on the secondary and tertiary servers or the only thing I need to install is the server manager.

3. Based on what I have read so far, can it be confirmed that I need at least 2 of the server managers running prior to installing the new version of the software?

4. What steps do I need to take to migrate from the current license usage to the new flex server license base. I need to migrate in a fashion that I do not impact the current user base. We cannot afford any down time.

5. I need to change the port number. Can I use "vi" to edit the license file and change the port number.

6. 80% of the user base will be running on the primary Server Manager. Does the client use the IP stack to talk to the local server to take out a license or use inter process communication to lease a license slot?

7. How long is the license lease. When a user locks a license slot how long before the slot is unlocked, immediately after the command completes? What is the overhead on the system for this activity?

[Devorah_H_Intel]

Hello,

Please refer to the  Intel Software License Manager User guide https://software.intel.com/sites/default/files/managed/55/41/flex_ug.pdf

and Intel® FLEXlm* License Manager FAQ at   https://software.intel.com/en-us/articles/intel-license-manager-faq

you should be able to find answers to most of your questions.

Please let us know if you need further assistance. 

Regards,

Devorah

Intel Developer Support