Can ONTAP be downgraded to an earlier Service Update of the same Feature Release?
Applies to
ONTAP 9
Answer
- The ONTAP Release Model outlines the differences between Feature Release (i.e. 9.10.1) and Service Update (i.e. 9.10.1P8).
- A Service Update might also be referred to as a Patch Release.
- ONTAP supports using the Automated Nondisruptive Upgrade (ANDU) method to downgrade from the current installed Service Update to a previous Service Update within the same Feature Release (such as 9.10.1P8 to 9.10.1P7).
- Refer to How to use Upgrade Advisor via Active IQ Digital Advisor for generating a downgrade plan.
Additional Information
Is it possible to upgrade ONTAP directly to the latest patch of the same version?