Product licensing

GFI EventsManager is licensed by event source/computer. All devices that generate a log are considered to be an event source. Refer to the sections below for more information about GFI EventsManager licensing options.

Viewing license details

To view license distribution details:

1. From General tab > General, click Licensing.

2. From the right pane, click Show details to expand the details section. This will show the number of event sources configured and respective license type (such as Workstation or Server).

Updating license key

To update your current license key:

1. From General tab > General, right-click Licensing and select Update key...

2. Specify your license key and click OK.

Obtaining a free 30-day trial license key

GFI EventsManager allows you to register your version of the product and receive a free 30-day trial. Once the trial period is expired, all event log monitoring and management services are disabled and a full license key is required.

To register and receive a 30-day trial license key:

1. From General tab > General, click Licensing.

2. Click the provided link. This will take you to GFI website where you are able to enter you details and receive the license key by email. The email address you provide in the registration form is where your free 30-day trial key will be sent. If you have a spam filtering system, make sure the email is not blocked as spam.

Purchasing a license key

To purchase a license key:

1. From General tab > General, click Licensing.

2. From the right pane, click Buy now!. This takes you to GFI website where you can view further information about licensing and purchase a valid key.