Upgrading the software
When a new version of software becomes available, you can
perform an upgrade. Use IBM® Installation Manager to
update the software installation.
Before you begin
Note:
You cannot upgrade IBM Rational® Test Workbench Web UI Tester, IBM Rational Performance Tester, and IBM Rational Functional Tester from any version of the product to version 9.1. All earlier versions of the product must be uninstalled before installing version 9.1.
You can upgrade Rational Integration Tester and Rational Test Control Panel packages from any release of the 8.7.1 version directly to 9.1 version. For versions earlier than 8.7.1, you must uninstall the existing package including the Rational Integration Tester Platform Pack and then install the version 9.1 package. For install instructions, see Installing the product software.
- Read the release notes to learn about any conditions for the upgrade. Generally, it is possible to upgrade without uninstalling the existing version but some releases might have some restrictions.
- Read the upgrade considerations for your product to know about any upgrade prerequisites or conditions, and for any data preservation or migration requirements.
- Have your IBM ID and password ready to access the upgrade package. This ID is linked to your IBM Passport Advantage account and is the same one that you use to install the software.
About this task
- Online mode: This method requires an internet connection. Installation Manager connects to the IBM update repositories that are preconfigured when the product is installed, and downloads and installs the update package.
- Offline mode: While connected to the internet, download the package from the IBM update repository and extract the files to a temporary location. Then in offline mode, run Installation Manager and update the installation.