To upgrade to vRanger 7.6.x, you will need to:
• [Optional] Migrate content from existing FTP and SFTP repositories to a supported repository type.
• Remove the FTP and/or SFTP repository from vRanger.
• Run the vRanger 7.6.x installer to upgrade.
• Edit any existing backup jobs for FTP or SFTP repositories and configure the jobs to use one of the supported repository types
Migrating content from an FTP or SFTP repository
You can migrate content from one repository (or repository type) to another simply by copying the repository contents to the new location.
To migrate a repository:
1) For each repository, identify the GlobalManifest.metadata file. This file serves as a master index to the repository contents. Ensure that this file is moved to the new repository along with the savepoint data.
2) Using the file transfer method of your choice, copy all of these files to the new repository location.
3) Remove the FTP or SFTP repository from vRanger.
* IMPORTANT: Do not select Delete all savepoints in this repository. By not selecting this option, you will remove the repository from vRanger but maintain the data in the repository location.
4) When all FTP and SFTP repositories are removed, you will be able to upgrade vRanger to the latest version.
5) When the upgrade is completed, you can add the new repository to vRanger. Refer to the instructions in the “Configuration” chapter of the vRanger User’s Guide if necessary.
* NOTE: When adding the new repository, you will be prompted with the options to Import as Read-Only, Import, or Overwrite. Select Import.
6) Please note that the imported savepoints will not be linked to any backup jobs. You will need to edit existing backup jobs to point to the new repository as required.