Broadcom has launched Usage Meter 9.0 and a new management portal. These updates will change how you handle usage reporting and billing.

Here’s a simple guide to what’s new and what you need to do.

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Big News for VMware Providers: Your Guide to Usage Meter 9.0

Big changes are here for VMware Cloud Service Providers. Broadcom is launching Usage Meter 9.0 and a new management portal. These updates will change how you handle usage reporting and billing.

Here’s a simple guide to what’s new and what you need to do.

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Key Changes You Can’t Ignore

1. Metering is Now Online-Only

The biggest change? All usage metering must now be done online. The option for offline reporting is gone. Your Usage Meter tool will now collect and send all data directly to the cloud.

2. How Your Billing Will Work

The billing process is also getting an overhaul.

• The Usage Meter will create hourly reports that determine your bill.
• Important: You must use official Broadcom-generated VCF license keys. Usage from any other keys will not be tracked or billed.

3. A New Home for Management

Say goodbye to the old portal.

• Old Portal: console.cloud.vmware.com
• New Portal: vcf.broadcom.com

This new Business Services Console is your new hub for managing Usage Meter registrations, reports, and licenses.

What’s New in Usage Meter 9.0?

The latest version comes with two key upgrades:

Expanded Support: It now supports on-demand metering for NSX vFend, giving you more detailed usage data.

Tighter Security: A new OAUTH token is now required for authentication. You will need to set this up manually during the upgrade.

Your Simple To-Do List

To stay compliant and keep things running smoothly, here are your next steps:

✅ Swap Your License Keys: Switch to official Broadcom VCF keys as soon as possible.

✅ Stay Updated: Watch for the official launch announcements for the new portal and Usage Meter 9.0.

✅ Upgrade Within 90 Days: Once it’s released, you have 90 days to upgrade all your Usage Meter instances.

✅ Generate Your OAUTH Key: Don’t forget this manual step during the upgrade process.

✅ Note the License Cap: Be aware that a cap on license keys took effect on May 12th.

By following these steps, you can ensure a smooth transition. These updates are a major step forward, and staying prepared is key to success.