IBM WebSphere MQ V5.3 Changes to Processor-Based Pricing and Adds Extended Transactional Clients

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1 Software Announcement February 11, 2003 IBM WebSphere MQ V5.3 Changes to Processor-Based Pricing and Adds Extended Transactional Clients Overview In response to your feedback, it is now simpler to do business with IBM. You now pay for IBM software licenses on a per-processor basis for WebSphere MQ. This is a change from the per-capacity-unit model of charging for software licenses. You should expect no general increase or decrease in net costs. However, any change in cost will depend on your unique circumstances, relating to the number of processors in your machines. The change is effective now for all new orders but does not affect existing licenses until the next Software Maintenance renewal. If you do not have a Software Maintenance contract, you are not affected by this change and should continue using your programs under the capacity-unit terms. The pricing structure for the extended transactional clients is equivalent to that of the WebSphere MQ server products. Processor-priced products will have their equivalent capacity unit products withdrawn on May 5, Extended Transactional Clients WebSphere MQ, the backbone of IBM messaging and Java Message Service (JMS) support, now supports extended transactional clients, which operate as an XA resource manager. Use these clients to: Coordinate units of work with databases such as DB2 under the control of an external transaction coordinator Centralize system management and administration Reduce operational costs Organize your networked resources in a more efficient way SupportPac MA7P and SupportPac MA0R deliver WebSphere MQ classes for.net, a convenient interface for customers who code applications in the Microsoft.NET programming framework to call WebSphere MQ. For more product information, refer to Software Announcement , dated April 9, Key Prerequisites Client platform requirements are similar to those for servers. Refer to Software Announcement , dated April 9, Planned Availability Date February 14, 2003: Electronic delivery (processor-based pricing) February 28, 2003: Electronic delivery and media package (processor-based pricing and extended transactional clients) At a Glance Simplified charging means: Per-processor-based pricing, replacing per-capacity-unit charging Increased customer satisfaction and greater consistency across the WebSphere family Current charge units transferable to the new model Migration for existing customers at maintenance renewal WebSphere MQ is priced on a per-processor basis. The pricing structure for the extended transactional clients is equivalent to that of the WebSphere MQ server products. MQSeries for Compaq Tru64 UNIX V5.1, MQSeries for Solaris Intel Platform Edition V5.1, MQSeries for AT&T GIS UNIX V2.2.1, MQSeries for SINIX and DC/OSx V2.2.1, and MQSeries for OpenVMS VAX V are also now priced on a per-processor basis. WebSphere MQ further enhances its messaging capability: Extended transactional clients enable improved database coordination. SupportPacs MA7P and MA0R provide a convenient interface to Microsoft.NET. For ordering, contact: Your IBM representative or the Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: YE001 This announcement is provided for your information only. For additional information, contact your IBM representative, call 800-IBM-4YOU, or visit the IBM home page at: IBM United States IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation

2 Description Charging and License Use Management Charges for authorized use of the program are based on processor license units (PLUs). The use of the program on any server machine requires one PLU to be acquired (from IBM or an IBM Business Partner) for each processor contained in the server machine on which any copy of the program is to run. PLUs are required for every server machine on which the program is installed. You are also required to obtain a corresponding number of additional PLUs if the program installation is moved to a server machine with a greater number of processors, or if any additional processors are added to the server machine on which the program is installed. Failure to comply with the requirement for the appropriate number of PLUs will invalidate the terms of this license. License Use Management software may be used to monitor compliance. For Software Maintenance renewals for deployments on servers of five processors and greater, and new software purchases for deployments on servers of five processors and greater, you are eligible for special bid on the software. Contact your IBM representative. Also refer to the License Information supplied with your updated copy of the program. Transferability Users who upgrade from an earlier release of the program under Passport Advantage can use their existing capacity units and then acquire additional PLUs to satisfy the requirements given below. The capacity units from the previous release will be converted to PLUs (at a rate of two capacity units to one PLU) and counted as all or part of the customer entitlement. Any spare capacity units can be used towards other program entitlement at the time of renewal reconciliation, but are not refundable. Capacity units for WebSphere MQ will be withdrawn from marketing on May 5, Users should retain their original product and capacity units as Proof of Entitlement (PoE). Note that the pricing is based on the number of processors in the server machine, regardless of whether they are all used to execute the program. Migration Existing customers will receive updated media packs soon after the products become generally available under the new terms. Migration for customers who have existing capacity unit license entitlements will be at the time of Software Maintenance renewal. A standard conversion rate of two capacity units to one processor license unit will be used. In the majority of situations, this conversion will ensure that customers have sufficient entitlement. However, where machines have five or more processors (and in a few other cases), the standard conversion will not give the required number of entitlements. In this case, when contacted by IBM, you should discuss acquiring additional entitlements in order to be correctly licensed under the new pricing model. You will not be charged for additional entitlements granted under this process, but the Software Maintenance renewal will be amended, based on the number of entitlements needed. For Software Maintenance renewals for deployments on servers of five processors and greater, and new software purchases for deployments on servers of five processors and greater, you are eligible for special bid on the software. Notes All the WebSphere MQ V5.3 products for distributed operating systems (including the WebSphere MQ for Linux for zseries V5.3 product) are now priced on a per-processor basis. For users of WebSphere MQ for Linux for zseries V5.3: on the latest IBM zseries platform, an Integrated Facility for Linux (IFL) can provide greater performance at a lower price. WebSphere MQ pricing using this facility is based on the total number of processors (engines) in the server that are configured for IFL. WebSphere MQ for z/os V5.3 is not on the processor-based metric. Only the MQSeries products identified in this announcement are changing to processor-based pricing. WebSphere MQ V5.3 products that are available through AAS are not changing to processor-based pricing. Visit: Extended Transactional Clients WebSphere MQ introduces extended transactional clients, which allow a WebSphere MQ Client to operate as an XA resource manager. You can coordinate units of work with databases such as DB2 under the control of an external transaction coordinator. The extended transactional clients, which support C and JMS programming, are available on the following client platforms: Windows 2000 Windows NT Windows XP AIX Sun Solaris Linux for Intel Linux for zseries HP-UX Although the extended transactional clients are not available on iseries or z/os, the WebSphere MQ V5.3 server platforms (except z/os) support attachment of the extended transactional clients. The extended transactional clients do not support WebSphere MQ as a transaction manager; that is, the MQBEGIN verb is not supported. These clients operate as a resource manager, not as a transaction manager. The extended transactional clients allow centralized system management and administration, which can reduce operational costs and help you organize your networked resources in a more efficient way

3 New SupportPacs for Microsoft.NET Support These SupportPacs (MA7P and MA0R) enable reliable interoperation between.net applications and other applications or systems within or outside your enterprise. The classes can operate either directly on a local WebSphere MQ server or, using a client connection, to a remote WebSphere MQ server. Software Prerequisites Refer to Software Announcement , dated April 9, 2002, for further information on prerequisites. Also visit the WebSphere MQ Web pages and newsgroups. Business Integration: The WebSphere platform for e-business includes business integration products and solutions that can help integrate just two applications, a single department, or the entire enterprise reaching across business channels, trading partners, and Web customers. Because speed to market and quality of service are critical for success, companies need to be agile to survive. The WebSphere MQ family provides a versatile platform for e-business. The WebSphere platform includes information connectivity and integration products that can be combined selectively or built up, one upon the other, for more powerful and efficient integration. Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM): WebSphere MQ technology is available to qualified OEM for product integration via the IBM OEM organization. Prospective OEMs can discuss details of the arrangement by contacting the IBM OEM Worldwide Software Sales team at ibmoemsw@austin.ibm.com. Accessibility by People with Disabilities The following features support use by people with disabilities: Operation by keyboard alone Optional font enlargement and high-contrast display settings Screen readers and screen magnifiers tested for use by people with visual impairment Speech recognition products tested for use by people with mobility impairment Optional display of audio alerts for people with hearing impairment Product Positioning The WebSphere MQ family provides a versatile platform for e-business. WebSphere MQ, the core of the WebSphere MQ family, integrates over 35 platforms: Provides base messaging functions for servers and clients Ensures once-only message delivery Operates alone or with other members of the family WebSphere Business Integration Adapters include the framework and tools you need to build and customize adapters for existing and new, prepackaged, or custom-developed applications. WebSphere MQ Everyplace brings the benefits of assured message delivery and security to the failure-prone environment of mobile working. WebSphere MQ Integrator Broker includes a one-to-many connectivity model plus transformation, intelligent routing, and information flow modelling across multiple, disparate business systems. WebSphere MQ Event Broker provides an entry point with lower cost, yet optimizes performance for a subset of function. WebSphere MQ Workflow enables the definition, execution, and swift change of complete business processes that span systems, applications, and people. In addition, Product Extensions provide additional supported function available as a download from the Internet. WebSphere MQ Family: The industry-leading WebSphere MQ software helps companies: Quickly and economically address business integration issues Become more agile Stay flexible Maintain customer orientation Gain competitive position and stay there Maximize e-business opportunities by: Leveraging existing resources Improving speed-to-market Anticipating IT changes as your business changes Reference Information For further information, refer to: Software Announcement , dated April 9, 2002 Software Announcement , dated February 11, 2003 Trademarks SupportPac, zseries, the e-business logo, z/os, iseries, and Everyplace are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. WebSphere, DB2, MQSeries, AIX, and MQ Integrator are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Microsoft is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Java is a trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others

4 IBM US Announcement Supplemental Information February 11, 2003 Education Support Title Order The appropriate curriculum will be updated, as necessary, to include the enhancements described in this announcement. Descriptions of all classroom and self-study courses are available. For WebSphere MQ courses, visit: Call IBM Learning Services at 800-IBM-TEACH ( ) for education catalogs, schedules, and enrollments. Offering Information Product information is available through: Offering Information (OITOOL) at: The Passport Advantage Web site at: Publications Softcopy (PDF) publications on the WebSphere MQ Documentation CD-ROMs are supplied automatically with the basic machine-readable material. The WebSphere MQ Extended Transactional Clients book (SC ) is shipped on the product CD-ROM (and on the WebSphere MQ Documentation CD-ROMs). WebSphere MQ books include: Title WebSphere MQ Script (MQSC) Command Reference WebSphere MQ Messages WebSphere MQ Clients WebSphere MQ Extended Transactional Clients WebSphere MQ Programmable Command Formats and Administration Interface WebSphere MQ Application Messaging Interface Order SC GC GC SC SC SC WebSphere MQ Using C++ WebSphere MQ System Administration Guide WebSphere MQ for Windows, Using the Component Object Model Interface WebSphere MQ Intercommunication WebSphere MQ Queue Manager Clusters WebSphere MQ Application Programming Reference WebSphere MQ Application Programming Guide WebSphere MQ Using Java WebSphere MQ Event Monitoring WebSphere MQ Security WebSphere MQ Glossary and Bibliography WebSphere MQ for Windows, V5R3 Quick WebSphere MQ for Solaris V5R3 Quick WebSphere MQ for AIX V5R3 Quick WebSphere MQ for HP-UX V5R3 Quick WebSphere MQ for Linux V5R3 Quick WebSphere MQ for iseries V5R3 Quick WebSphere MQ for iseries System Administration Guide WebSphere MQ for iseries Application Programming Reference (ILE RPG) SC SC SC SC SC SC SC SC SC SC SC GC GC GC GC GC GC SC SC The Publication Notification System (PNS) is available by order and product number. Customers currently subscribing to PNS will automatically receive notifications by . To subscribe, visit: The IBM Publications Center Portal: The Publications Center is a worldwide central repository for IBM product publications and marketing material, with a catalog of 70,000 items. Extensive search facilities are provided, as well as payment options via credit card. Furthermore, a large number of publications are available online in various file formats, which can currently be downloaded free of charge. PNS subscribers most often order their publications via the Publications Center. This announcement is provided for your information only. For additional information, contact your IBM representative, call 800-IBM-4YOU, or visit the IBM home page at: IBM United States IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation

5 Technical Information Hardware Requirements: Any compatible hardware capable of running the specified operating system, software, and associated applications unmodified. Responsibility to provide statement of full compatibility between machines lies with the original equipment provider. Software Requirements: For the latest information, visit: supported.html Note that WebSphere MQ CSD3 must be applied. Interoperability For details on WebSphere MQ family platforms, messaging links, gateways and interfaces, WebSphere MQ Integrator Broker platforms, WebSphere MQ Workflow platforms, and additional information, visit: Limitations: Performance of the system depends on the speed and latency of transmission links, the speed of processors, and storage media used in devices and servers, and the total demand on server resources. Planning Information For information on charges, refer to the Description section. Extended Transactional Clients The pricing structure of the extended transactional clients is equivalent to that of the WebSphere MQ server products. A server product and the extended transactional clients can be used concurrently on the same machine at no extra charge. The extended transactional clients are packaged as part of WebSphere MQ, V5.3. They are shipped with a new combined V5.3 media pack, where the clients are on a separate CD-ROM that is added to the existing server product set. Existing WebSphere MQ V5.3 customers can obtain the new function either via electronic software download (esd) or by ordering a new media pack. New customers who want the extended transactional clients can purchase PLUs and the refreshed WebSphere MQ V5.3 media pack, or use esd. The extended transactional clients are not available via SupportPac downloads. You can install the extended transactional clients and servers as permitted by your purchased entitlement. Use of the Extended Transactional Clients with WebSphere To connect from the embedded queue manager in WebSphere Application Server to any other WebSphere MQ queue manager, you must purchase a full license to use WebSphere MQ. To connect from a JMS program running in WebSphere Application Server to any other WebSphere MQ queue manager, you must purchase a full license to use WebSphere MQ. Customer Responsibilities: You must provide the minimum hardware and software environments in which the licensed programs run. You must also identify the machines on which they will install WebSphere MQ. You or the program provider will identify the requirement for PLUs for the required use authorization. Before operating the system, confirm that you have sufficient use authorization to use the system. Problem determination (PD) is a customer responsibility. PD is an assessment of whether a problem is caused by hardware or software. PD is complete only when the cause of the problem is identified. This assessment includes examination of available symptoms using the PD procedures documented in the product. Problem source identification (PSI) is a customer responsibility. PSI begins when software is determined to be the source of the problem. PSI includes tracing the source of the program to a host system control program, an application program, or another source. Assisting the customer with PSI is an IBM service and support responsibility. Packaging: Media is on CD-ROM only. It contains program code, PDF files of the publications for viewing online, and HTML files for selected publications. This program, when downloaded from a Web site, contains the applicable IBM license agreement, and License Information (LI), if appropriate, and will be presented for acceptance at the time of installation of the program. The license and LI will be stored in a directory such as LICENSE.TXT for future reference. Security, Auditability, and Control The customer is responsible for evaluation, selection, and implementation of security features, administrative procedures, and appropriate controls in application systems and communication facilities. Ordering Information This product is only available via Passport Advantage. is not available as shrinkwrap. Passport Advantage Charge Part Unit Program Name Description WebSphere MQ V5.3 Media BA08SML Processor Pack Passport Advantage Customer: Details It Media Pack Entitlement Customers with active maintenance or subscription for the WebSphere MQ V5.3 (initial release) product are entitled to receive the new media pack, which includes the extended transactional clients

6 Media Packs Description (Multilingual) Entitled Maintenance Offerings Description MQSCAPUN MQSCAPUNSB05 MQSERIES Part BA08SML IBM MQSeries Cap Unit WebSphere MQ Proc IBM MQSeries Withdrawal of Previous Passport Advantage Part s: The following IPLA software part numbers are being replaced or obsoleted by this announcement. The effective withdrawal date is May 5, Orders for these part numbers will not be accepted after May 5, 2003, nor will normal marketing activities or educational support be available unless previous agreement exists between the customer and IBM. Withdraw from Marketing Information Description (Multilingual) (Multilingual) WebSphere MQ V5.3 Capacity Unit Lic/SW Maint 1 Anniv WebSphere MQ V5.3 Capacity Unit SW Maint Rnwl 1 Anniv WebSphere MQ V5.3 Capacity Unit SW After Lic 1 Anniv New Release Information Multilingual WebSphere MQ Processor Lic/SW Maint 1 Anniv WebSphere MQ Processor Lic/SW Maint 2 Anniv WebSphere MQ Processor SW Maint Rnwl 1 Anniv WebSphere MQ Processor SW Maint After Lic 1 Anniv Terms and Conditions Part BA05SML BA05TML D5AA3LL E1AA5LL D5AA6LL BA08SML D523ZLL D5240LL E00N5LL D5241LL Licensing: IBM International Program License Agreement. Proofs of Entitlement (PoE) are required for all authorized use. Part number products only, offered outside of Passport Advantage, where applicable, are license only and do not include Software Maintenance. License Information Form : L-TMAN-5G4DPV Limited Warranty Applies: Yes Program Services: Available until December 31, 2004 Money-Back Guarantee: If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the program, return it within 30 days from the invoice date, to the party (either IBM or its reseller) from whom you acquired it, for a refund. This applies only to your first acquisition of the program. Copy and Use on Home/Portable Computer: No Volume Orders (IVO): No Passport Advantage Applies: Passport Advantage Web site at: Yes and through the Software Maintenance Applies: Yes Software Maintenance, previously referred to as Subscription and Technical Support, is now included in the Passport Advantage Agreement. Installation and technical support for the product announced in this letter is provided by the Software Maintenance offering of the IBM International Passport Advantage Agreement. This fee service enhances customer productivity by providing voice and/or electronic access into the IBM support organizations. IBM includes Software Maintenance with each program acquired during the coverage period. The coverage period means the period commencing on the date you acquire the program up to the first or second anniversary date, depending on whether you acquired coverage for one or two anniversaries. The coverage period for Software Maintenance acquired in the two months preceding an anniversary date will be extended to the next applicable anniversary date. While your Software Maintenance is in effect, IBM provides you assistance for your routine, short duration installation and usage (how-to) questions and code-related questions. IBM provides assistance via telephone and, if available, electronic access, only to your IS technical support personnel during the normal business hours (published prime shift hours) of your IBM support center. This assistance is not available to your end users. IBM provides Severity 1 assistance 24 hours a day, every day of the year. For additional details, visit: handbook.html Software Maintenance does not include assistance for: The design and development of applications Your use of programs in other than their specified operating environment Failures caused by products for which IBM is not responsible under this agreement. For more information about the Passport Advantage Agreement, refer to Software Announcement , dated July 10, 2001, or visit: IBM Operational Support Services Support Line: No AIX/UNIX Upgrade Protection Applies: No Entitled Upgrade for Current AIX/UNIX Upgrade Protection Licensees: No iseries Software Subscription Applies: No Variable Charges Apply: No

7 Prices The charges are unchanged by this announcement. Global Financing IBM Global Financing offers competitive financing to credit-qualified customers to assist them in acquiring IT solutions. Offerings include financing for IT acquisition, including hardware, software, and services, both from IBM and other manufacturers or vendors. Offerings (for all customer segments: small, medium, and large enterprise), rates, terms, and availability can vary by country. Contact your local IBM Global Financing organization or visit: Order Now To order, contact the Americas Call Centers or your local IBM representative. To identify your local IBM representative, call 800-IBM-4YOU ( ). Phone: 800-IBM-CALL ( ) Fax: 800-2IBM-FAX ( ) Internet: ibm Mail: The Americas Call Centers Dept. YE001 P.O. Box 2690 Atlanta, GA Reference: YE001 The Americas Call Centers, our national direct marketing organization, can add your name to the mailing list for catalogs of IBM products. Note: Shipments will begin after the planned availability date. Trademarks iseries and SupportPac are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. WebSphere, AIX, MQSeries, and MQ Integrator are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Java is a trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. UNIX is a registered trademark of the Open Company in the United States and other countries. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others