how to enable evaluation license on cisco 9800-Cloud WLC

[IshwarBamane2910]

Hi all,

I am doing POC in my organization of 9800-cloude wireless controller.I need to activate evaluation licence. 

May I know how we can enable evolution license for Access point registration and full WLC functionality.? And what is period of expiration evaluation license ?

And what will be impact if evaluation license get expired ?

Regards,

Ishwar

[balaji.bandi]

Q. What is evaluation license and how long does it last?

A.Evaluation license allows you to use all 9800 controller functionalities for 90 days. Once the evaluations period expires, syslog messages and notifications will start appearing asking you to properly license your controller. These messages do not affect 9800 functionalities. Once the evaluation expires, it cannot be reset.

some FAQ help you :

https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/docs/wireless/catalyst-9800-series-wireless-controllers/215635-licensing-on-9800-wireless-lan-controlle.html#anc8

[IshwarBamane2910]

Hi,

Thanks for link. 

But i also want to know, how i can enable evalution licenses ?

What is the process to enable same ? What is configuration or steps i need to follow ? 

[balaji.bandi · Accepted solution]

Look at the below Link :

https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/wireless/controller/9800/9800-cloud/installation/b-c9800-cl-install-guide/b-c9800-cl-install-guide_chapter_01100.html

https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/wireless/controller/9800/config-guide/b_wl_16_10_cg/smart-licensing.html