DB2 Version 9.7 for Linux, UNIX, and Windows

Upgrade essentials for DB2 servers

Upgrading DB2® servers to DB2 Version 9.7 requires an understanding of upgrade concepts, upgrade restrictions, upgrade recommendations, and your DB2 server. When you have a complete understanding of what upgrading your DB2 server involves, you can create your own upgrade plan.

Consider the following factors to develop a complete understanding of upgrading DB2 servers to DB2 Version 9.7:

DB2 command actions to upgrade instances and databases
Upgrade restrictions for DB2 servers
Best practices for upgrading DB2 servers
Disk space requirements for DB2 server upgrades
Support changes for 32-bit and 64-bit DB2 servers
DB2 server behavior changes
Deprecated or discontinued functionality that affects DB2 server upgrades
Migration from relational database management systems other than DB2