Recommended Upgrade Resources for Microsoft SharePoint Foundation and Server 2010
Recommended Upgrade Resources for Microsoft SharePoint Foundation and Server 2010
Upgrading is common function with Microsoft SharePoint Products and Technologies, whether it be product specific such as Service Packs and Cumulative Updates or platform specific such as new versions of products or the core operating system. Prior to upgrading to any version of a product or patching and updating that product you should understand both the process and options and available to you.
This post provides recommended upgrade resources related to Microsoft SharePoint Foundation and Server 2010 and the technologies on which depends separated by both Documentation and Tools resources because I hate looking for this stuff myself. ;-)
Contents
Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 Resources
Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010 Resources
Windows Server 2008 R2 Resources
Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 Resources
Documentation
Deploy Software Updates for Office SharePoint Server 2007
Provides information about software updates is aimed at all IT professionals who maintain Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 or Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 in addition to specific instructions for installing a software updates on Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 or Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007.
Tools
preupgradecheck STSADM Command Line Operation
The STSADM preupgradecheck command line operations runs rules that are intended to assist administrators in preparing for upgrade from Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 and related products to future version of SharePoint and Technology products.
Contains a list of all Pre-Upgrade Checker for Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 Service Pack 2 knowledge base articles. The Pre-Upgrade Checker ships in Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 Service Pack 2. It is used to assess the server for potential upgrade issues when you prepare to upgrade to the next version release that supersedes Windows SharePoint Services and SharePoint Server 2007.
exportIPFSadminobjects STSADM Command Line Operation
Extract InfoPath Forms as WSP (solution packages).
The SharePoint Diagnostic Tool, included with the latest release of the SharePoint Administration Toolkit, was created to simplify and standardize troubleshooting of SharePoint Products and Technologies, and to provide a unified view of collected data; however, while commonly used reactively for analytical purposes to narrow the source of a particular problem, can also be used proactively to inventory the current environment and address issues prior to upgrading future version of SharePoint and Technology products.
Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010 Resources
Documentation
Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010 Installation, Upgrade, and Getting Started
Download Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010, locate links to resource centers, and references as related to planning, deployment, operations, and technical guidance for Microsoft SharePoint Foundation and Server 2010.
Describes the available upgrade approaches available to Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010.
Upgrading to SharePoint Server 2010
Describes the available upgrade approaches and provides planning and scenario-based resources.
Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010 Setup, Upgrade, Operations, Administration Forum
Discuss topics related to setup, upgrade, operations, and administration with Microsoft and community members.
Windows Server 2008 Resources
Documentation
Installing Windows Server 2008
Provides information about installing the Windows Server 2008 operating system. It also provides information that you can use to troubleshoot problems that may occur during the installation.
Upgrading to Windows Server 2008
Provides important information about upgrading to the Windows Server 2008 operating system, including links to related documents with information about:
- How to upgrade
- Supported scenarios
- Frequently asked questions
- Known issues about the upgrade process
Guide for Upgrading to Windows Server 2008
Provides information about upgrading to the Windows Server 2008 operating system including how to upgrade, supported scenarios, frequently asked questions, and known issues about the upgrade process.
Known Issues When Upgrading to Windows Server 2008
Provides solutions for known issues that you may experience after you upgrade to Windows Server 2008.
Provides information for IT administrators who are deploying Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 2. This document includes technical information, procedures, and recommendations for installing Service Pack 2 in a business or corporate environment.
Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 2 Frequently Asked Questions
Provides answers to common questions about this release of Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 2 and Windows Vista Service Pack 2.
Installing Windows Server 2008 with Service Pack 2
Provides information about installing the Windows Server 2008 operating system with Service Pack 2. It also provides information that you can use to troubleshoot problems that may occur during the installation.
Windows Server 2008 R2 Resources
Documentation
Installing Windows Server 2008 R2
Provides information about installing the Windows Server 2008 R2 operating system, including any known issues that you may need to work around before starting an installation. It also provides information that you can use to troubleshoot problems that may occur during the installation
Windows Server 2008 Upgrade Paths
Outlines supported and unsupported upgrade paths for editions of the Windows Server 2008 R2 operating system.
SQL Server 2005 Resources
Documentation
SQL Server 2005 Upgrade and Technical Reference Guide
Contains guidance for SQL Server administrators, developers, and IT decision makers who would like to move their SQL Server 2000 or 7.0 databases to SQL Server 2005.
SQL Server 2005 Upgrade Handbook
Provides information about the upgrade process, scenarios, competitive features, and ROI.
Set the Stage for a Smooth Upgrade (Microsoft SQL Server 2005)
Provides information about the upgrade process, common issues, and planning.
SQL Server Setup & Upgrade Forum
Discuss topics related to setup, upgrade, operations, and administration with Microsoft and community members.
Upgrading to SQL Server 2005 Frequently Asked Questions
PDF formatted documented providing 15 responses to frequently asked questions about upgrading to SQL Server 2005.
SQL Server 2005 Upgrade Planning
PowerPoint Presentation discussing upgrade topics to include why, how, planning, execution, best practices, and post upgrade execution steps.
Tools
SQL Server 2005 Upgrade Advisor
The Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Upgrade Advisor analyzes instances of SQL Server 7.0 and SQL Server 2000 in preparation for upgrading to SQL Server 2005, identifies feature and configuration changes that might affect your upgrade, and provides links to documentation that describes each identified issue and how to resolve it.
SQL Server 2008 Resources
Documentation
SQL Server 2008 Upgrade and Technical Reference Guide
Contains guidance for SQL Server administrators, developers, and IT decision makers who would like to move their SQL Server 2000 or 2005 databases to SQL Server 2008.
How to Upgrade to SQL Server 2008
SQL Server 2008 Books Online articles related to upgrade and migration.
Provides planning information and resources to assist with the upgrade to SQL Server 2008.
SQL Server Setup & Upgrade Forum
Discuss topics related to setup, upgrade, operations, and administration with Microsoft and community members.
How to Troubleshoot a Failed Upgrade to SQL Server 2008
Knowledge Base article providing information on how to recover from a failed SQL Server 2008 upgrade.
SQL Server 2008 Service Pack 1 Setup Documentation
Setup documentation for SQL Server 2008 Service Pack 1.
Creating a Merged Slipstream Drop Containing SQL Server 2008 and SQL Server 2008 Service Pack 1
Provides information on how to create new source media that will slipstream the original source media and SQL Server 2008 Service Pack 1.
Tools
SQL Server 2008 Upgrade Advisor
The Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Upgrade Advisor analyzes instances of SQL Server 2000 and SQL Server 2005 in preparation for upgrading to SQL Server 2008, identifies feature and configuration changes that might affect your upgrade, and provides links to documentation that describes each identified issue and how to resolve it.