This sequence is presented as a brief overview of the upgrade process. Each of these steps is explained in detail within the sections that follow.
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Prepare for the upgrade
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Perform backups as required, including:
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SmartPlant Foundation data on the database server.
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Virtual directories on IIS.
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Vault directories and contents.
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Configuration files.
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Schema files, if customizations have been made.
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Any SmartPlant Foundation custom files (DLL files and others) if customized.
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Licensing files.
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Export all site and server configurations in Server Manager.
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Uninstall earlier software version
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Uninstall Weld Quality Management System previous version.
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Uninstall SPF previous version.
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Install new software
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Install the latest version of SmartPlant Foundation.
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Install Weld Quality Management System Version 6.
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Update components and software
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Import the exported site configurations.
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Update sites in SmartPlant Foundation Server Manager.
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Run the Upgrade Wizard:
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Upgrade SmartPlant Foundation data on the database server.
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