Pre-requisites
Before beginning with the process of upgrading, ensure that the following pre-requisites are fulfilled.
Configuring Proxies and Repos
You are required to configure the proxies and repos.
Configure the http proxy in /etc/yum.conf file and also export the proxy's address to the environment.
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In /etc/yum.conf, add the following line:
proxy=<proxy_server>
- Export the proxy's address.
export http_proxy=<proxy_server> export https_proxy=<proxy_server>
Creating a Backup before Upgrading (Optional)
This procedure is optional but is recommended.
Note:
Currently, there is no rollback option available from an upgrade.A Note if you Have Not Taken a Backup
Create Historical System Diagnostics with the Create savepoint and Include mysqldump check boxes enabled from the PSA Page. This is mandatory.
Download a copy of the Diagnostics created and save it in a safe location. These diagnostics are required to debug any issues in the future.
Note:
Creating the Savepoint is applicable only for the Mediation Engine. Also, enabling the Create savepoint and Include mysqldump check boxes is mandatory for taking Diagnostics.