Technical Tip: How to check upgrade path and upgrade details of FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer

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Description

This article describes that before upgrading the device to any version, the recommended upgrade path should be followed, and this document provides details on how to check the upgrade path for FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer.

Also, give preferences to upgrade to the recommended release: Technical Tip: Recommended Release for FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer.

Scope

FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer.

Solution

1. It is now possible to connect directly to the Upgrade Path Tool Table.

2. It is possible to then check the Release notes for the version planned to upgrade. In the example below, check the upgrade information for FortiManager version 7.4.1 and see the upgrade path details.
   
   

3. After that, it is necessary to follow the related Upgrade Guide.

   

4. See the FortiOS Compatibility Tool.

Follow the same procedure to check the upgrade path for FortiAnalyzer: Upgrade Path Tool Table.

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