Is it required to upgrade Data or Management switches before ONTAP upgrade? Last updated Save as PDF Share Share Tweet Share Views:63Visibility:PublicVotes:0Category:ontap-9Specialty:hwLast Updated: Applies to ONTAP 9 AFF/FAS Answer The pre-checks for the ONTAP upgrade include the compatibility checks for cluster switches only and not for data/management switches. Additional Information ONTAP Upgrade Resolution Guide How to prepare ONTAP for a cluster switch upgrade