Guide to Upgrading vCenter from 4.1 to 4.1 Update 1

[esnmb]

Normally I would just do the normal steps to upgrade vCenter but I have the Nexus 1000v in place.  This makes me very nervous so I was wondering if there was any new steps that need to take place.

Thanks.

[Troy_Clavell]

maybe the below article will help?

http://kb.vmware.com/kb/1024641

[esnmb]

This is for upgrading 4.0 to 4.1.  We're running 4.1 and going to 4.1 update 1.  Would this even be a factor?

[Troy_Clavell]

the product version supports 4.1.x, so I would assume.  However, you should confirm what build your 1000v should be at

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps9902/prod_installation_guides_list.html

[DSTAVERT]

I always like to practice. Clone your vCenter Server and run this in VMware Workstation. Install a virtual ESXi guest or 2 and set it up like your production. (backup and restore the configuration). Can't hurt.

[esnmb]

We're running 4.0(4)SV1(3b) which I believe is compatible.

[esnmb]

My vCenter is physical....  I suppose I could do a P2V...

[DSTAVERT]

My vCenter is Physical as well and P2V works. Nothing quite like first hand experience when it comes time to do the deed.

[DSTAVERT]

SInce most of your infrastructure will be gone disable alarms and notification emails.

[esnmb]

Good to know.  I'll try that out.