Network License Reporting (NLR) enables organisations to centrally report and inventory the state of computer hardware and software licensing across the enterprise. Unlike many solutions available which just report Microsoft license details, NLR reports license details from hundreds of vendors.
Hardware information, such as the vendor serial number, model name, network adapter information and logical disk configuration is also displayed.
NLR comprises of two components. The first component is a central server providing reporting functionality. The second is a service which checks client computers for hardware and software information, reporting back to the license server.
Network License Reporting is available in two editions, a free edition (NLR:Lite) and an enterprise edition.
Intended for small businesses, or companies wishing to try NLR without financial commitment, NLR:Lite is an ad-supported implementation of NLR. Client computers differ in no way and will not be displayed adverts. Adverts are however displayed when accessing the reporting functionality of licenseServer.
| NLR | NLR:Lite | |
|---|---|---|
| License Price | £ 100 | FREE |
| License Model | Per Active Directory Domain | Ad Supported |
| Maintenance Agreement | Included | See Below 1 |
1 NLR:Lite does not come with any formal support contract and is supported on a “best effort” basis. Support requests for paying customers will always take priority.