Introduction to Oracle Cloud Management Pack Licensing and Pricing
- Add-On License: Oracle Cloud Management Pack is an extra-cost option for Oracle Database Enterprise Edition (EE) and EE-Exadata.
- Matching Metrics: Licensing must align with the database’s model (Processor or Named User Plus).
- Processor Cost: $7,500 per processor.
- Named User Cost: $460 per Named User Plus.
- Included Options: Free with Oracle Database Cloud Service EE-HP and EE-EP.
Oracle Cloud Management Pack Licensing Overview
Oracle Cloud Management Pack for Oracle Database is an add-on license designed to extend the management capabilities of Oracle Database Enterprise Edition (EE). It provides advanced tools for managing database instances, cloud deployments, and resource allocation.
Licensing Requirements
To use Oracle Cloud Management Pack, you must license it in the same way as your Oracle Database Enterprise Edition. This means:
- Processor-Based Licensing: If your Oracle Database EE is licensed per processor, the Cloud Management Pack must also be licensed for the same number of processors.
- Named User Plus (NUP) Licensing: If you use the NUP model for Oracle Database EE, the Cloud Management Pack must match the same number of named users.
Licensing Options and Pricing
Oracle Cloud Management Pack is an extra-cost option for the following Oracle Database platforms:
- Oracle Database Enterprise Edition (EE)
- Oracle Database Enterprise Edition – Engineered Systems (EE-ES)
It is included at no extra cost with:
- Oracle Database Cloud Service Enterprise Edition – High Performance (DBCS EE-HP)
- Oracle Database Cloud Service Enterprise Edition – Extreme Performance (DBCS EE-EP)
- Oracle Exadata Cloud Service/Cloud at Customer (ExaCS/CC)
Pricing:
- Processor License: $7,500 per processor.
- Software Update License & Support: $1,650 per processor (First Year).
Example Licensing Scenarios
Processor-Based Licensing Example:
- You must license four processors for the Cloud Management Pack if you have a database with four processors.
- Cost: 4 processors x $7,500 = $30,000.
- Support: 4 processors x $1,650 = $6,600 annually.
Named User Plus Licensing Example:
- If you have a database with 50 named users, you must license 50 NUPs for the Cloud Management Pack.
- Cost: 50 NUP x $460 = $23,000.
Features Requiring Licensing
Using specific APIs, CLI verbs, or repository objects for Oracle Cloud Management Pack mandates licensing. Examples include:
- APIs: DBaaS operations and setup (e.g., POST/GET/PUT/DELETE requests on specific URI spaces).
- Command-Line Operations: CLI verbs like
create_dbaas_quota,create_service_template, andupdate_pool. - Repository Views and Tables: Objects prefixed with
EMCT_CBA, including BI Publisher reports such as Charge Trend and Usage Summary Reports.
Key Benefits
- Centralized Management: Monitor and manage cloud-based and on-premises Oracle Database environments.
- Resource Optimization: Allocate database resources efficiently through automated provisioning and chargeback reporting.
- Comprehensive Reporting: Generate trend and usage reports to analyze resource consumption and costs.
- Advanced Automation: Use APIs and CLI for automated workflows, saving time and reducing manual effort.
By aligning licensing requirements with your Oracle Database Enterprise Edition, Oracle Cloud Management Pack ensures seamless integration and scalability, enabling businesses to maximize the value of their Oracle environments.
FAQs
What is Oracle Cloud Management Pack for Oracle Database?
Oracle Cloud Management Pack is an add-on license for managing Oracle Database Enterprise Edition environments. It provides tools for database-as-a-service (DBaaS) operations, automation, and chargeback capabilities.
Is the Oracle Cloud Management Pack included with all Oracle Database editions?
No, it is an extra-cost option for Oracle Database Enterprise Edition (EE) and EE-Exadata. However, it is included with DBCS EE-HP, DBCS EE-EP, and Exadata Cloud Service/Cloud at Customer (ExaCS/CC).
How is the Oracle Cloud Management Pack licensed?
The licensing model must match the Oracle Database EE licensing model, either processor-based or Named User Plus (NUP). The number of licenses must match the database license quantity.
What is the cost of a processor-based license for Oracle Cloud Management Pack?
A processor license costs $7,500, with an additional $1,650 for the first year of Software Update License & Support.
How much does a Named User Plus license cost?
A Named User Plus (NUP) license costs $460, with additional support costs.
Are there any APIs included in the Oracle Cloud Management Pack license?
Yes, APIs for Assembly Operations, DBaaS Operations, and DBaaS Setup Operations are licensed as part of the pack.
What is required to use the Enterprise Manager Command Line Interface (CLI) with this pack?
Specific CLI verbs, such as “create_pool,” “get_metering_data,” and “update_pool,” are licensed under the Oracle Cloud Management Pack.
Does the Oracle Cloud Management Pack cover any views or tables?
Tables starting with EMCT_CBA, views beginning with EMCT$CBA, and other specific repository objects are licensed under this pack.
Are chargeback reports included in the license?
Reports such as the Charge Trend Report, Charge Summary Report, Usage Trend Report, and Usage Summary Report are included. Custom reports based on these are also licensed.
Is Oracle Cloud Management Pack available for on-premises databases?
Yes, it is available for on-premises Oracle Database Enterprise Edition and EE-Exadata.
Do I need additional licenses for each database in a cluster?
You must license the Oracle Cloud Management Pack for each processor or Named User in the cluster, matching the database license model.
Is the Oracle Cloud Management Pack included in Oracle Standard Edition databases?
The pack is only available for Oracle Database Enterprise Edition and its associated cloud and Exadata services.
What are the benefits of using Oracle Cloud Management Pack?
It enables centralized management, DBaaS provisioning, resource metering, chargeback reporting, and automation of routine tasks, improving database administration.
