Upgrading SQL Diagnostic Manager to the most recent version allows you to take advantage of the new features available. The SQL Diagnostic Manager Release Notes provide an up-to-date list of new features and fixed issues.
Upgrade from SQL Diagnostic Manager 5.x or higher checklist
To successfully upgrade your Microsoft SQL Server environment to this build, complete the steps included in the following table:
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Back up your SQL Diagnostic Manager Repository before upgrading. | |
Ensure that your environment meets the product requirements for the newer version of SQL Diagnostic Manager. | |
Verify that no SQL Diagnostic Manager desktop clients are running. | |
Upgrade your environment to the latest version of SQL Diagnostic Manager on the computer where the SQL Diagnostic Manager services reside. | |
Upgrade to SQLDM 9.0 or higher versions
Customers upgrading from previous SQL Diagnostic Manager versions to SQL Diagnostic Manager 9.0 or higher versions need a new license key or it is not possible to continue with the upgrade process. Users can access the IDERA Customer Portal at the moment of upgrade from the license management window in SQL Diagnostic Manager (Help
> Manage Licenses) or directly at https://idera.secure.force.com. The license management screen or the portal provides the necessary information to generate a new license key.