You don't always need to buy a new key; many servers come with these entitlements already registered. You can retrieve them from the Lenovo/IBM Features on Demand portal : with your IBM/Lenovo ID. Select Retrieve History .
Software-based license key (Feature on Demand – FoD) Purpose: Unlocks advanced remote management capabilities on IBM System x, BladeCenter, and Flex System servers equipped with a standard (base) IMM. Ibm Imm Activation Key
Locate your server’s 4-digit Machine Type (e.g., 7915) and 7-character Serial Number (e.g., ABC1234). These are found on the physical pull-tab on the front of the server or within the "System Information" section of the IMM web interface. You don't always need to buy a new
Mount local ISO files, DVD drives, or USB sticks as if they were physically plugged into the server—essential for remote OS installations. Software-based license key (Feature on Demand – FoD)