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Upgrade ARS 6.8 and Upgrad Server OS and SQL-Version - All in one step possible?

markus.sitta
over 4 years ago

Hello All,

I have to upgrade ARS from Version 6.8 to an up-to-date Version. And I also have to update the Server OS and SQL-Version. For my understanding of the ARS update path document I first have to update to Version 6.9 before I can go to Version 7.2 or 7.3.

Now my question, Is there a way to install a fresh Server AR 7.3 and then export all settings from Server 6.8 and import these settings in the total new server?

I found these document "ActiveRoles_7.3_Configuration_Transfer_Wizard_Administration_Guide", which is described as compatibility with Version 6.7 to 7.3

Is this a valid solution? Build a total new ARS Version 7.3 and import all settings from these "Configuration Transfer Wizard"? And if yes, is it also possible to import the management history of ARS Server 6.8?

Many  thanks for help on these question!  

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  • 0 over 4 years ago

    Just a note. Another option: install fresh latest AR (7.3+) and manually mimic the existing very old AR 6.8. This way you cover AR AD Management Workflow Review/CleanUp/Adjustment/Improvement in case it stayed not-adjusted to the ever-changing AD Management Environment and Processes for 5year+ (it seems like it is the case if you still got very old 6.8 in Production).

  • 0 over 4 years ago in reply to Aidar.Karabalaev

    Hello Aidar,

    what do you mean with "manually mimic the existing very old AR 6.8"? Do you mean creating a new install and namually type in all existing configuration, scripts, settings etc?

  • 0 over 4 years ago in reply to markus.sitta

    That is correct. I recommend use upgrade Change Control for AD Management Workflow Review/CleanUp/Adjustment/Improvement.

    Concern: you still need to test all legacy scripts/workflows in new system. The older legacy workflow - the more risks to 'blindly' move all 'dirt and issues' to a new upgraded system. Remember: it is AD - the nutshell of IT environment security, compliance - the very very server side.

    That's my personal opinion and not a rule.

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  • 0 over 4 years ago in reply to markus.sitta

    That is correct. I recommend use upgrade Change Control for AD Management Workflow Review/CleanUp/Adjustment/Improvement.

    Concern: you still need to test all legacy scripts/workflows in new system. The older legacy workflow - the more risks to 'blindly' move all 'dirt and issues' to a new upgraded system. Remember: it is AD - the nutshell of IT environment security, compliance - the very very server side.

    That's my personal opinion and not a rule.

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