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SkySpark License Update Instructions

Prerequisites​

  • Ensure you have access to the backup repository:
    • Google Drive path: GDrive/shared drives/ CA IT Secure/ Licenses
    • Access granted to: James, Will, and Dave

Steps to Update SkySpark Licenses​

1. Access the Backup Repository​

  1. Navigate to the Google Drive backup repository.
  2. Download the new license file from GDrive/shared drives/ CA IT Secure/ Licenses.

2. SSH into the Linux Server​

  1. Open your terminal.
  2. SSH into the Linux server where SkySpark is running: 
    ssh username@linux_server_address

3. Navigate to the License Directory​

  1. Change directory to the SkySpark license folder: 
    cd /skyspark/shared_var/lic

4. Backup the Old License​

  1. Rename the old license file to keep a backup: 
    mv current_license_file.lic current_license_file.lic.old

5. Add the New License​

  1. Upload the new license file to the lic folder.

6. Restart the SkySpark Service (Production instance only outside of working hours)​

  1. Restart the SkySpark service: 
    sudo systemctl restart skyspark.service

7. Verify the Service is Running​

  1. Check the running services to ensure SkySpark is active: 
    systemctl --type=service --state=running
  2. Confirm that skyspark.service is listed among the running services.

Additional Information​

Different Licenses​

  1. 10,000 Point License - Production instance
  2. 1,000 Point License - Demo instance
  3. 100 Point License - Floating license (often forgotten)

License Source​

  • Obtain the license from Forest Rock, which sources it from SkySpark.