How to Upgrade Linux Media Agent - is it possible only locally?

Question

Hi all,

I’d like to ask for clarification regarding the upgrade process of a Linux Media Agent in Commvault.

When upgrading from an older version (e.g., 11.24) to a newer version such as 11.36.60, is it required to perform the upgrade locally from the Linux server, or is it possible to upgrade the Linux Media Agent remotely through the CommCell Console?

Also, when preparing the installation media, is it necessary to download the full Unix media kit (e.g., 11.36_Unix.tar) or is it sufficient to use just the maintenance release package (e.g., 11.36.60_Unix.tar)?

I’ve encountered the following message when copying to software cache:

Copy hotfixes is skipped for [C:\temp\linux113660\11.36.60_Unix.tar] because the media is not available for it.

Any advice or best practices for upgrading a Linux Media Agent would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

drPhil · Accepted Answer

Hi ​@Abhishek Narulkar- thank you for your contribution.Indeed, I would like to describe it for all of us who might be a bit confused by the many possibilities that exist for upgrading a Linux Media Agent.In fact, the procedure is quite simple—you just need to choose the right one. One of the easiest ways is through: Commvault Console → Tools → Add/Remove Software → Download Software → Download Installation Media, where you select the desired release.Then, right-click on the desired Client → All Tasks → Add/Remove Software → Upgrade Software.Hopefully, this short overview helps anyone who has been struggling with how to remotely upgrade Commvault software.

Abhishek Narulkar · Answer

Hi ​@drPhil, Upgrading media agent remotely is possible. You can follow this doc link for more infohttps://documentation.commvault.com/2022e/expert/installing_platform_release_remotely_using_commcell_console.html

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