What type of Licensing does my Controller use

Summary

This article describes the types of licensing models available for Ruckus wireless controllers and explains how to determine which licensing model your controller uses.

Question

What type of licensing does my controller use?

Customer Environment

All Wireless Controllers

Troubleshooting Steps

To determine the licensing type of your controller, follow these steps to identify the model of your controller:

Identify the Controller Model:
- Physical Controllers: Check the label on the controller or log into the controller's User Interface (UI).
- Virtual Controllers: Log into the UI in a web browser and look at the model listed on the Dashboard.
Find the Number of AP Licenses: To find out how many Access Point (AP) licenses you currently have on the controller, visit the following URL and replace 123456789012 with your controller's serial number: https://support.ruckuswireless.com/asset/123456789012.

Workaround

If you need more clarification, please contact Ruckus customer support: Ruckus Customer Support.

Resolution

Below are the types of licensing available for Ruckus controllers:

1. Traditional Licensing

Description: Device-based licenses.
Applicable Controllers: ZoneDirector (ZD) and SmartCell Gateway (SCG) with version 3.1 or earlier.
AP Granularity: Check the specific licensing details for each model.
License Transferability: Varies by controller model.
Maximum APs Managed: Varies by controller model.

2. Smart Licensing

Description: LiMAN / Cloud-based, transferable licenses.
Applicable Controllers: SmartZone (SZ) and virtual SmartZone (vSZ/vSCG).
Management: Managed via the LiMAN (Smart Licensing Manager) accessed through the Ruckus LiMAN page.
AP Granularity: Check the specific licensing details for each model.
License Transferability: Transferable.
Maximum APs Managed: Varies by controller model.

Licensing Comparison Table

Controller Model	Granular to 1 AP	License Transferable between the controllers	Licensing Method	Max AP Count
ZD1100	No	Yes	Traditional	50
ZD1200	Yes	Yes	Traditional	150
ZD3000	No	Yes	Traditional	500
ZD5000	No	Yes	Traditional	1000
SCG 200 <= 3.1	No	No	Traditional	10000
SCG 200 => 3.2	Yes	Yes	Smart Licensing	10000
vSZ	Yes	Yes	Smart Licensing	10000
SZ-104/124	Yes	Yes	Smart Licensing	1024
SZ-144	Yes	Yes	Smart Licensing	2000
SZ-300	Yes	Yes	Smart Licensing	10000
SCI	Yes	Yes	Smart Licensing	1000000

Note: The exact AP granularity and maximum number of APs managed depend on the specific model and configuration of the controller. For detailed information, refer to the product documentation or contact Ruckus support.

Conclusion

Understanding the type of licensing your Ruckus wireless controller uses is essential for managing your network effectively. By identifying your controller model and referring to the licensing details provided, you can determine whether your controller uses traditional or smart licensing.

For further assistance or detailed information, please contact Ruckus customer support at Ruckus Customer Support.

Article Number:
000003971

Updated:
July 11, 2024 08:13 AM (4 months ago)

Tags:
Configuration, Support License Activation, ZoneDirector, SmartCell Gateway, Ruckus Support Services

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