Upgrading vCenter Server
Most environments today will already contain at least some virtualization. A vSphere design will likely include upgrading an existing environment in order to enable new features to meet new requirements for availability, security, performance, and manageability.
The management environment for vSphere has become more complex. The vCenter Server and its components have become a critical part of the environment. In the virtualized datacenter, the vCenter Server is no longer just a management interface; it also provides provision, availability, security, and other services. Other vSphere and third-party components require vCenter Server to operate correctly. Because of this, the upgrading of a vCenter Server must be planned correctly.
How to do it…
Follow this high-level process to upgrade a vCenter Server:
Identify products and services that depend on the vCenter Server and those that the vCenter Server depends on.
Verify product interoperability for all components and the...
