Full FME Server Upgrade
There are multiple approaches to upgrading your FME Server installation, each with advantages and disadvantages. Read below to decide which is right for you.
Upgrading to a Second Machine, Using a Different Host Name
Advantages
- Less risk because the FME Server configuration remains available from the old installation.
- The existing FME Server installation remains accessible.
- No DNS entry modification is required by your IT department.
Disadvantages
- Requires provision of additional machine.
- Users and applications must be updated to access FME Server through a different host name.
For procedure, click here.
Upgrading to a Second Machine, Using the Same Host Name
Advantages
- Less risk because the FME Server configuration remains available from the old installation.
- The existing FME Server installation remains accessible from the same host name without interruption.
Disadvantages
- Requires provision of additional machine.
- Requires DNS entry modification by your IT department.
For procedure, click here.
Upgrading In-Place, on the Same Machine
Advantages
- Does not require provision of additional machine.
- Does not require DNS entry modification by your IT department.
Disadvantages
- More risk because the FME Server configuration cannot be retrieved if the backup file is corrupted.
- The FME Server installation is inaccessible for a period of time.
For procedure, click here.
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