Checklist: Performing an upgrade
Applies To: Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows Server 2003 with SP1, Windows Server 2003 with SP2
Checklist: Performing an upgrade
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Check system requirements. |
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Read Relnotes.htm and hardware compatibility information. |
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Determine whether your current operating system is one from which you can upgrade to Windows Server 2003. |
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If you have server clusters, review the choices for upgrading on cluster nodes. |
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For upgrades in any domain where all domain controllers run Windows NT 4.0, review the upgrade plan. |
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Decide whether to upgrade any FAT or FAT32 partitions to NTFS. |
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Check the system log for errors that could cause problems during the upgrade. |
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Back up files. |
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If upgrading from Windows NT 4.0, prepare mirror sets or other disk sets for upgrade. |
Working with volume, mirror, or stripe sets or stripe sets with parity |
Disconnect UPS devices. |
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Review hardware and software. |
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Start Setup, and follow the instructions provided. |
Start Setup on an x86-based computer |
If domain controller upgrades are complete, review concepts about domain functional levels and, if appropriate, raise the functional level. |