Deploying containers
The process to move or upgrade your existing traditional WebSphere Application Server P8 domain to change to an environment that is fully deployed on containers is similar to a new installation on containers, except that you use your existing configuration of supporting software like databases and directory servers. The move or upgrade to the newer version is accomplished by the deployment and startup of the component containers.
About this task
An upgrade deployment means to move to containers and upgrade the level of software currently in use in your traditional WebSphere deployment environment. An upgrade deployment starts from a V5.2.x or V5.5.x installation, and upgrades to V5.5.x as part of the conversion.
A move deployment means to move to containers without changing the level of software currently in use. A move deployment starts from a traditional V5.5.x or later installation.
Before you start the move or upgrade, read through the information on preparing your environment, make sure you have performed all of the required preparation steps, and review the steps for a new container deployment. The move process includes a full backup of your source system.
If your source IBM Content Navigator is configured for SSO, choose the SSO container image for Navigator.
Procedure
To move your installation to containers: