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DMC Package & Licensing

DMC Package & Licensing

The Dr Migrate Collector (DMC) is a disconnected tool used for data collection in migration assessments, particularly in environments where Azure Migrate is not viable (e.g., air-gapped networks or VMware-heavy estates).

What’s Included in the Package?

Each downloadable DMC package includes:

  • The latest version of the DMC toolset
  • A 30-day activation key (not a license key)
  • Metadata to associate the run with a specific customer

DMC is not installed or updated automatically. It is a manual, self-contained download that must be refreshed regularly to ensure supportability.

Why Is There a 30-Day Limit?

DMC does not require a separate license. However, each download comes with a 30-day usage window. This is a lightweight mechanism designed to ensure version compatibility in offline environments.

🔒 Why the 30-Day Access Period Exists

  • Offline tool, no phone home: DMC is completely self-contained. Because it doesn’t check for updates online, we need to ensure users don’t run outdated versions indefinitely.
  • Avoid upload issues: Older versions may produce scan files that are incompatible with the current Dr Migrate ingestion pipeline.
  • Prevent support problems: Running stale builds can lead to failures or incomplete results, causing unnecessary troubleshooting.
  • Simple refresh process: After 30 days, if you still need to scan, just re-download the latest package from your Dr Migrate instance. There’s no need to request access again if your main license is still active.
When you download DMC, you get a 30-day activation window. This just ensures you’re using the latest version, reducing issues when uploading results into Dr Migrate. If you downloaded the DMC package and were unable to run your scan in th first 30 days, simply redownload the latest package with a reset 30 day window.

How Long Does the Package Last?

  • Each DMC package is valid for 30 days from first use.
  • If the tool expires, you can download a fresh package from your Dr Migrate instance as long as your main license is still active.

How Often Can I Download It?

As often as you like, provided your Dr Migrate license is active.

  • There is no enforced limit on the number of downloads.
  • This ensures that you’re always working with a current and supportable version of the tool.
If you need to download a fresh copy of the DMC client, see Downloading DMC for step-by-step instructions.

Key Takeaways

Feature Detail
license key included Yes, per DMC download
Duration 30-day activation window
Customer-specific tagging Yes, embedded at run time
Re-downloadable Yes, unlimited within your Dr Migrate license period
Purpose Prevent misuse, enforce currency, support traceability

What Happens When It Expires?

If your DMC package has expired:

  • You will be prompted that your session is no longer valid.
  • Simply return to your Dr Migrate SaaS instance and download a new package.

Still have questions? We’re here to help—visit our Support page or check out the Using DMC guide.

DMC Activation Term

  • Customers have up to 30 days from the instance deployment date to collect data.
  • They then have 90 days to finalize the assessment report.
  • The 90-day term begins on day 31 or when data is uploaded to Dr Migrate, whichever comes first.