We have a TSM 4.2.1.9 server running under OS/390. We pay for it on a monthly charge basis. We are currently attempting to order additional client licenses. We are being told that it is not possible to order these on a monthly charge basis. We are being quoted a one-time charge based on the numbers of various client types. Each of the major Unix implementations is a separate type in this context. Somewhat incredibly Windows NT and Windows 2000 are two separate types. We have not so far been asked about the numbers of processors on our client system, or about servers versus workstations.
Our organization's policies on budgeting make it essentially impossible to purchase anything with money originally budgeted for leasing things, which makes the claimed change in policy a significant problem. Are we being told the whole truth about our options for acquiring additional client licenses?
