VCSc and VCSe

[David Mowery]

I am super-confused about VCSc and VCSe licensing and entitlement. I need to spin up a VCSe but I can't figure out how. Do I need an option key to turn VCSc to VCSe? If so, what is the sku for this key?

Thanks for your help!

[Nick Halbert-Lillyman · Accepted solution]

You install the basic VCS software (common to both), but when you order it you usually order it as either a VCS-C or VCS-E. 

SKU for a VM VCS-E is R-VMVCS-EXPWY-K9.  This will give you the option keys to turn your basic VCS install into a licensed VCS-E.

All SKUs for VCS products can be found here: http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/unified-communications/telepresence-video-communication-server-vcs/data_sheet_c78-626491.html

[Martin Koch · Accepted solution]

First step would be to know if you talk about physical vcs appliances or just virtual sessions.

The physical vcs comes in either a VCS-C or VCS-E version.

Not sure if or how there is a procedure to move from a -C to a -E.

Regards the virtual fresh installation, see Nicks posting.

That said, the ova image you can download is a VCS-C, yes, but it is only a demo mode.

This means for a VCS-C you will need a release key and option keys.

And also here, not sure if there is a procedure if you have a registered VCS-C if there

is an official upgrade path.