Test Upgrade Eligibility
Beginning with Cisco HyperFlex Release 4.0(2a), the Upgrade page displays the last cluster upgrade eligibility test result and last tested version of UCS server, HX data platform, and/or ESXi.
Before upgrading UCS server, HyperFlex data platform, and/or ESXi, perform upgrade eligibility test in the Upgrade page to validate and check the cluster readiness and the infrastructure compatibility for an upgrade.
Hypercheck Health Check Utility— Cisco recommends running this proactive health check utility on your HyperFlex cluster prior to upgrade. These checks provide early visibility into any areas that may need attention and will help ensure a seamless upgrade experience. For more information see the Hyperflex Health & Pre-Upgrade Check Tool TechNote for full instructions on how to install and run Hypercheck.
To perform upgrade eligibility test:
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Select Upgrade > Test Upgrade Eligibility.
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Select the UCS Server Firmware check box to test upgrade eligibility of UCS server firmware.
Enter the Cisco UCS Manager FQDN or IP address, username, and password. In the Current Version field, click Discover to choose the UCS firmware package version that need to be validated before upgrade.
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Select the HX Data Platform check box to test upgrade eligibility of HyperFlex Data Platform.
Enter the vCenter username and password. Upload the Cisco HyperFlex Data Platform Upgrade Bundle that need to be validated before upgrade.
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Select the ESXi check box to test upgrade eligibility of ESXi.
Enter the vCenter username and password. Upload the Cisco HyperFlex Custom Image Offline Bundle that need to be validated before upgrade.
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Click Validate.
The progress of the upgrade eligibility test is displayed.