Service Activation and Billing
Describes how to activate and register a new fabric to take advantage of automated billing.
When you install
HPE Ezmeral Data Fabric software, you have the option to install in a
connected environment or air-gapped environment:
The activation and billing processes differ for each type of installation. In a
connected environment, billing is an automated process. In an air-gapped environment, the
billing process is manual and requires an activation code.
| Environment | Description |
|---|---|
| Connected | An environment that has continuous internet access. |
| Air-gapped | An environment that has no internet access, usually for the purpose of increasing security. |
The following sections describe what you need to do to activate your Data Fabric and enable billing to keep the fabric operational.