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Common upgrade questions

Answers to frequently asked questions about upgrading ArcGIS Maritime server are provided below.

If I have a multimachine server deployment, do I need to upgrade each machine?

Yes, all machines in a multimachine deployment must be upgraded to the same version of ArcGIS GIS Server and the Maritime server extension.

Do I need to uninstall a previous version of Maritime server before installing the Maritime server extension?

Yes, previous versions of Maritime Chart Service do not come with an installer and need to be manually removed. Refer to Upgrade Maritime Chart Service for details.

Do I need to back up anything before installing the Maritime server extension?

You do not need to back up anything before the first installation of ArcGIS Maritime. If you are upgrading Maritime server, refer to Upgrade Maritime Chart Service for details.

Do I need to stop my GIS services and ArcGIS Server before installing the Maritime server extension?

No, the installation process does not require services to be stopped.

If I upgrade to ArcGIS Server 11.5, do I also need to upgrade my Mapping and Charting Solutions?

No. There are no Mapping and Charting Solutions components installed with Maritime Chart Service for Linux.