Upgrade from previous versions

The following limitation is not an issue when you upgrade from version 9.0.0 or 9.0.1 or 9.1.0 to version 9.1.2.

In IBM® BigFix® Remote Control version 9.0.0 new capabilities that were introduced can cause some compatibility issues with earlier versions if the different components are not upgraded in the correct order.

This limitation applies only to environments where the gateway and broker components are deployed. In these environments, the broker and gateway must be updated before the server or the target components. After they are upgraded, the targets and server can be upgraded in the order that best suits your environment, since there are no dependencies between them.

It is suggested to always back up any properties files as a precaution. However, for the controller upgrade in this release, you must back up the properties files as any existing properties are lost.