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Planning for XClarity Orchestrator

  • Licensing
    Lenovo XClarity Orchestrator is a for-fee application. You can use XClarity Orchestrator for free for up to 90 days using the free-trial license; however, after the free trial expires, you must purchase and install appropriate licenses to continue using applicable XClarity Orchestrator functions and to get XClarity Orchestrator service and support.
  • Supported hardware and software
    Ensure that your environment meets the hardware and software requirements for Lenovo XClarity Orchestrator and resource managers.
  • Firewalls and proxy servers
    Some service and support functions, including Call Home and warranty status, require access to the Internet. If you have firewalls in your network, configure the firewalls to enable XClarity Orchestrator and resource managers to perform these operations. If Lenovo XClarity Orchestrator and resource managers do not have direct access to the Internet, configure them to use a proxy server.
  • Port availability
    Lenovo XClarity Orchestrator and resource managers require certain ports to be open to facilitate communication. If the required ports are blocked or used by another process, some functions might not perform correctly.
  • Network considerations
    Review these network considerations for XClarity Orchestrator and resource managers before configuring the network.
  • Security considerations
    Review the following considerations to help you plan for the security of Lenovo XClarity Orchestrator and all managed resources.
  • High-Availability considerations
    To set up high availability for Lenovo XClarity Orchestrator, use the high availability features that are part of the host operating system.