PLX Terms of Service
Pen-Link Software
Pen-Link Software is software developed and manufactured by Pen-Link, Ltd.
Pen-Link Customer (also “Customer”)
A Pen-Link Customer, or Customer, is any agency or other entity that has one or more current, valid Licenses for Pen-Link Software purchased from or through Pen-Link, Ltd.
Basic Technical Support Package
Entitles our customers to normal business hours telephone support at Pen-Link, Ltd.’s published number and/or assistance via email.
Standard Maintenance and Support
Standard Maintenance is a Maintenance option that includes Software Updates, Software Upgrades, and Basic Technical Support as defined herein.
Premium Maintenance and Support
Premium Maintenance is a Maintenance option that includes Software Updates, Software Upgrades, and Premium Technical Support as defined herein.
Software Update
A Software Update is an enhancement including additions, changes, and bug fixes to Pen-Link Software that is already in the applicable commercial market. Software Updates occur within the same major version number of an existing software product. For example, replacing Pen-Link v8.1.29.0 with Pen-Link v8.1.30.0 would constitute a Software Update. Such an update is often referred to as a New Build of the Pen-Link Software.
Software Upgrade
A Software Upgrade is the replacement of an older major version of an existing Pen-Link Software product or products, with a newer major version of a Pen-Link Software product or products, to the extent required to maintain the same operational functionality that was supported by the Pen-Link Software prior to the upgrade. For example, upgrading from Pen-Link Version 7 to Pen-Link Version 8 (where 8 is the newer major version) would constitute a Software Upgrade, so long as the installation of the newer version of the Pen-Link Software supported at least the same operational functionality that the Customer had under Pen-Link version 7.
Basic Technical Support (also “Basic Support”)
Basic Technical Support is a Support option that includes telephone-based Technical Support for the Pen-Link Software licensed by the Customer. Basic Technical Support also includes assistance via email or other automated processes such that Pen-Link, Ltd. may deem fit to offer. Basic Technical Support is available Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Central time, except for holidays.
Premium Technical Support (also “Premium Support”)
Premium Technical Support is a Support option that includes all of the support services offered with Basic Technical Support, plus Emergency After-Hours support for live communication interception and collection operations. Emergency After-Hours support services are available Monday through Friday, from 5:01 PM – 7:59 AM Central time and all-day Saturday & Sunday, including holidays.
Maintenance and Support Agreement (“Agreement”)
This Maintenance and Support Agreement is the Agreement between Pen-Link, Ltd. and the Customer regarding the terms and conditions under which the Maintenance and Support Services described in this document are purchased and provided.
Software
Maintenance
Maintenance is an optional service offered by Pen-Link, Ltd. to augment a purchase of Pen-Link Software. Maintenance may be purchased by a Pen-Link Customer along with, or subsequent to, the purchase of Pen-Link Software. Pen-Link, Ltd. offers two levels of Maintenance: Standard Maintenance and Premium Maintenance.
Technical Support (“Support”)
Scope of Support
Technical Support is an optional service offered by Pen-Link, Ltd. to support a Customer in the authorized use of licensed Pen-Link Software. Support is provided for ongoing, operational use of the licensed Pen-Link Software; it is not a substitute for training or professional services necessary for system redesign.
Terms and Conditions
Maintenance and Support Agreements
Maintenance and Support Agreements are options made available by Pen-Link, Ltd. for a Customer to purchase. These agreements are offered on an annual basis and renew automatically unless otherwise specified.
Payment
The Customer will be invoiced prior to any annual Maintenance and Support term. Timely payment is required to maintain services.
Warranty and Liability Disclaimer
Pen-Link, Ltd. warrants that the Maintenance and Support services will be performed with due care. Pen-Link, Ltd. disclaims any and all other warranties, and its liability is limited to the prepaid and unused portion of Maintenance and Support fees.
Miscellaneous
This Agreement constitutes the entire Agreement between the Customer and Pen-Link, Ltd. relating to the subject matter herein.