Oracle Database Gateway Licensing and Costs:
- Licensed per computer, regardless of processors or cores.
- Costs vary by gateway, e.g., $17,500 for SQL Server and $109,500 for Teradata.
- Annual support fees apply, typically 22% of the license cost.
Oracle Database Gateway Licensing and Costs
Oracle provides various database gateway products to facilitate connectivity and integration between Oracle and non-Oracle databases or systems.
These gateways enable seamless communication, data exchange, and integration across diverse database environments, making them essential tools for organizations with heterogeneous database systems.
Below is an overview of the functionality, licensing, and costs associated with Oracle’s database gateway products.
Database Gateway for Sybase
The Oracle Database Gateway for Sybase allows Oracle databases to communicate with Sybase databases, enabling users to access and manage Sybase data directly from Oracle applications.
Licensing:
- Per Computer License:
This gateway is licensed per computer. Each computer where the gateway is installed requires a separate license, regardless of the number of processors or cores.
Pricing:
- License Cost: $17,500 per computer
- Annual Support Fee: $3,850
Example: If you install the gateway on two separate computers, you must purchase two licenses for $17,500 each, totaling $35,000, plus $7,700 in annual support fees.
Database Gateway for SQL Server
The Oracle Database Gateway for SQL Server facilitates connectivity between Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server databases, allowing Oracle applications to access data stored in SQL Server.
Licensing:
- Per Computer License:
Similar to the Sybase gateway, this gateway is also licensed per computer where it is installed.
Pricing:
- License Cost: $17,500 per computer
- Annual Support Fee: $3,850
Database Gateway for Informix
The Oracle Database Gateway for Informix integrates Oracle databases with IBM Informix databases, enabling Oracle applications to access Informix data.
Licensing:
- Per Computer License:
This gateway follows the same per-computer licensing model as the Sybase and SQL Server gateways.
Pricing:
- License Cost: $17,500 per computer
- Annual Support Fee: $3,850
Database Gateway for Teradata
The Oracle Database Gateway for Teradata allows Oracle databases to connect to and access data from Teradata databases, a popular choice for large-scale data warehousing.
Licensing:
- Per Computer License:
Licensed per computer where the gateway software is installed, similar to other Oracle database gateways.
Pricing:
- License Cost: $109,500 per computer
- Annual Support Fee: $24,090
Example: Installing the Teradata gateway on three computers would require three licenses, totaling $328,500, plus $72,270 in annual support fees.
Database Gateway for DRDA
The Oracle Database Gateway for DRDA (Distributed Relational Database Architecture) enables connectivity between Oracle and IBM DB2 databases on various platforms.
Licensing:
- Per Computer License:
The licensing model remains consistent with other gateways, requiring a license for each computer where the gateway is installed.
Pricing:
- License Cost: $46,000 per computer
- Annual Support Fee: $10,120
Database Gateway for APPC
The Oracle Database Gateway for APPC (Advanced Program-to-Program Communication) allows Oracle databases to communicate with APPC-enabled systems, such as IBM mainframes.
Licensing:
- Per Computer License:
Licensed per computer, consistent with the other gateway products.
Pricing:
- License Cost: $46,000 per computer
- Annual Support Fee: $10,120
Database Gateway for WebSphere MQ
The Oracle Database Gateway for WebSphere MQ enables integration between Oracle databases and IBM WebSphere MQ (formerly MQSeries) message queuing systems.
Licensing:
- Per Computer License:
Similar to the other gateways, this product is licensed per computer.
Pricing:
- License Cost: $46,000 per computer
Oracle Database Gateway Licensing and Costs FAQ
What is Oracle Database Gateway licensing?
Oracle Database Gateway licensing is based on a per-computer model. It requires a license for each computer where the gateway software is installed, regardless of the number of processors or cores.
How much does the Oracle Database Gateway for Sybase cost?
The Oracle Database Gateway for Sybase costs $17,500 per computer and has an annual support fee of $3,850.
Is the licensing model the same for all Oracle database gateways?
Yes, all Oracle database gateways follow a per-computer licensing model, meaning each computer where the gateway is installed requires a separate license.
What is the cost of the Oracle Database Gateway for Teradata?
The Oracle Database Gateway for Teradata is significantly more expensive, costing $109,500 per computer and having an annual support fee of $24,090.
Are there any additional costs beyond the license fee?
Yes, annual support fees apply, and depending on the gateway, they typically range from 20% to 25% of the license cost.
Can I install an Oracle Database Gateway on multiple computers with one license?
No, each computer installation of the gateway software requires its license, regardless of the number of installations.
How do I calculate the total cost for multiple computers?
To calculate the total cost, multiply the license cost by the number of computers and add the annual support fees.
What is the pricing for the Oracle Database Gateway for SQL Server?
The Oracle Database Gateway for SQL Server costs $17,500 per computer and has an annual support fee of $3,850.
Is the Oracle Database Gateway for WebSphere MQ licensed differently?
It follows the same per-computer licensing model, priced at $46,000 per computer.
What are the benefits of using Oracle Database Gateways?
Oracle Database Gateways provide seamless integration between Oracle and non-Oracle databases, enhancing data access and connectivity across diverse environments.
What is the annual support cost for the Oracle Database Gateway for DRDA?
The annual support cost for the Oracle Database Gateway for DRDA is $10,120 per computer.
Can I use one license for multiple cores or processors?
Yes, the license covers the entire computer, regardless of its number of cores or processors.
How do I determine the number of licenses I need?
Count the number of computers where the gateway software will be installed; each computer requires a separate license.
What happens if I need to install the gateway on additional computers?
You must purchase additional licenses for each new computer where the gateway is installed.
Why are some Oracle Database Gateways more expensive than others?
The cost varies based on the complexity of the integration and the database systems involved, with higher-end systems like Teradata generally being more expensive.
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