It securely transmits consumption data (like capacity usage) to help you avoid compliance audits.
Before, during, or after installation, you can verify if the key is correctly applied by checking the dashboard to see if your master server is reporting data. How to Deploy the Verified Key
Click . Your browser will save a file named exactly VeritasCustomerRegistrationKey.json . How to Deploy the Downloaded JSON Key
Veritas provides a small CLI tool called vxkeyverify (download from the same portal). Run: how to download veritascustomerregistrationkeyjson verified
When determining whether to utilize individual keys or a combined infrastructure key, consult this quick structural reference: UI Behavior During Setup Best Use Case Tied to one distinct Account ID. Automatically accepted by the installer. Isolated data centers or single-tenant infrastructures. Aggregate Key Combines multiple business Account IDs.
Which (e.g., NetBackup, Alta) are you activating?
You will upload this JSON file during the appliance configuration via the web UI. It securely transmits consumption data (like capacity usage)
If you encounter issues, here are solutions to the most common problems:
First, it's crucial to understand what this file is. It is a , a JSON-formatted text file used by Veritas products like NetBackup and InfoScale. It is not your software license key but is essential for linking your installation to a specific Veritas account or contract (Entitlement) and is primarily used to facilitate Usage Insights telemetry.
vxlicinst -f /path/to/veritascustomerregistrationkeyjson Your browser will save a file named exactly
Attempting to download the file without preparation will lead to a "403 Forbidden" or "No Entitlements Found" error. Ensure you have the following:
By following these steps, you ensure that your VeritasCustomerRegistrationKey.json is official and verified, keeping your software licensing compliant.
It's crucial to note that . It does not grant you permission to use NetBackup but instead serves as an authentication token that allows Usage Insights and Smart Meter to function correctly.