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Migrating Central Server Installation: Comprehensive Guide

Ensuring a smooth transition of your Central Server to a new computer is crucial for maintaining uninterrupted service and data integrity. This guide outlines the essential steps to migrate your server efficiently, minimizing any potential data loss or disruption in agent communication.

Key Points Before You Start

  • Do Not Install New EXE: To retain your server’s unique configurations and data, do not install a new EXE on the new computer. Instead, follow the migration methods provided below.
  • Supported Operating Systems: Ensure that the new computer meets the system requirements for Central Server. Check the Supported Operating Systems section before starting the migration.

Types of Migration

Depending on your specific needs and the changes you’re making to your server setup, there are two primary migration scenarios. Regardless of the environment (migrating to a physical machine or VM), follow the steps provided for a successful migration.

1. Migrating to a New Machine While Retaining the Same FQDN/IP:

Method: This method is suitable when you’re replacing the server hardware but keeping the existing FQDN and IP address. Retaining the same network details allows agents to continue communicating with the server without interruption.

Steps: Read this guide for detailed instructions.

2. Migrating to a New Machine with Different FQDN/IP:

Method: This method applies when replacing both the server hardware and changing the FQDN or IP address. This requires coordination to update agents with new server details while keeping the old server operational until the transition is complete.

Steps: Read this guide for detailed instructions.

Additional Information

  • Required Ports: Refer to this document for information about ports required for Central Server.
  • Migrating Between Drives/Locations: To migrate Central Server from one drive/location to another, click here.
  • 32-bit to 64-bit Migration: To migrate Central Server from 32-bit to 64-bit, click here.
  • Change Existing Server Hostname/IP: To change the existing server hostname/IP, click here.
  • Upgrade the OS of the Server: To upgrade the OS of the server, click here.
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