Transfering the NSX license from one NSX Manager to another

Products

• VMware NSX

Issue/Introduction

Workflow to transfer the license from one NSX Manager to another NSX Manager 

Environment

VMware NSX 

VMware NSX-T Data Center 

Resolution

Steps to transfer a License: 

Note: The exact steps might vary slightly depending on your specific NSX-T version and configuration. Always consult the official VMware documentation

• Prepare the New NSX Manager:

  • Ensure compatibility: Verify that the new NSX Manager is compatible with the license you want to transfer.
  • Check hardware requirements: Make sure the new hardware meets the minimum system requirements for the license.

• Obtain the License Key:

  • Log in to your My VMware portal and locate the license key associated with the NSX-T environment you want to transfer.

• Prepare the Current NSX Manager (Old):

  • Create a backup: Back up the current NSX Manager configuration to ensure a safe rollback if necessary.

• Transfer the License :

•   In the New NSX Manager UI navigate to the System tab.

  • Go to Licensing
  • Click Add License.
  • Enter the license key you obtained in step 2.
  • Click Add.

• Verify the Transfer:

  • Check license status: Ensure that the license is successfully transferred and activated on the new NSX Manager.
  • Test functionality: Verify that all NSX-T features are working as expected after the transfer.

• Delete the license from the Current NSX Manager (Old) once you have verify the transfer in Step 5. 

Additional Information

See product docs for additional information and on license types: 

About NSX Licenses