Re: [Q] upgrade from AIX 4.3.3 to 5.2?

From: Green, Simon (Simon.Green@EU.ALTRIA.COM)
Date: Fri Sep 05 2003 - 06:43:54 EDT


> From: L
>
> We plan to upgrade our RS/6000(64 bits) and P660 computers
> (64 bits) from
> AIX 4.3.3 ML10 to 5.2. My questrions are:
>
> 1. can I use "upgrade" or I need "fresh" install?

You cannot simply do an upgrade. A migration will work.

> 2. Does application on 4.3.3. still compatible to 5.2?

Some are, some aren't.

> 3. 5.2 hardware compatible list?

Broadly speaking, MCA systems are not compatible. PCI systems should be OK
although there are a few restrictions for specific adapters.

> 4. web site with documents how to migrate to AIX 5.2?

Redbooks site, and the normal AIX installation manual and memos.

Simon Green
Altria ITSC Europe Ltd

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