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Best practices for updating the SCOM 2016 agent to SCOM 2019 and SCOM 2022

jezi 40 Reputation points
2024-06-19T16:39:42.87+00:00

When updating the agent from SCOM 2016 to SCOM 2019, what are the best practices to ensure a smooth transition? Are there any specific steps or considerations that need to be taken into account to minimize any potential risks or challenges during the update process?

Additionally, when updating the agent with the SCOM 2022 update, what are the potential risks or challenges that organizations should be aware of? Are there any specific precautions or recommendations to address these risks and ensure a successful update?

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  1. XinGuo-MSFT 15,626 Reputation points
    2024-06-20T06:38:53.1933333+00:00

    Sure, here are some best practices for updating the SCOM 2016 agent to SCOM 2019 and SCOM 2022:

    Updating SCOM 2016 to SCOM 2019:

    1. Verify the version: Ensure that you are moving from a supported version of SCOM to SCOM 2019.
    2. Check SQL server versions: Verify the SQL server versions and service pack levels are supported for both SCOM 2016 and SCOM 2019.
    3. Check OS versions: Verify all OS versions for SCOM server roles will be supported for both SCOM 2016 and SCOM 2019.
    4. Check hardware sizing: Verify all server roles meet minimum hardware sizing for SCOM 2019.
    5. Check agent managed OS: Verify all agent managed Operating Systems are supported for SCOM 2019.
    6. Check Management Packs: Verify all Management Packs in use are supported for SCOM 2019.
    7. Database checks: Verify the OperationsManager database has more than 50 percent free space.

    Updating SCOM 2019 to SCOM 2022:

    1. Verify the version: Ensure that you are moving from a supported version of SCOM to SCOM 2022.
    2. Check SQL server versions: Verify the SQL server versions and service pack levels are supported for both SCOM 2019 and SCOM 2022.
    3. Check OS versions: Verify all OS versions for SCOM server roles will be supported for both SCOM 2019 and SCOM 2022.
    4. Check hardware sizing: Verify all server roles meet minimum hardware sizing for SCOM 2022.
    5. Check agent managed OS: Verify all agent managed Operating Systems are supported for SCOM 2022.
    6. Check Management Packs: Verify all Management Packs in use are supported for SCOM 2022.
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