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      Upgrade a UNIX/Linux agent

      This section covers the required steps for upgrading an UNIX/Linux agent to the latest available version.

      Prerequisites: Logon credentials for installing/upgrading UNIX/Linux servers.

      • In the Operations Manager Console go to Administration -> Device Management ­‑> UNIX/Linux Computers.
      • Select the UNIX/Linux server and in the Tasks pane click Upgrade Agent…
      • On the Select Upgrade Targets page verify the computer name and agent versions and then click Next:
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      • On the Credentials page select the Provide upgrade credentials option and then click Set credentials…
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      • In the Credential Settings window select the User name and password credential type. Fill in the user name and password and select the This account does not have privileged access option:
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      • Click OK and back on the Credentials page click Upgrade…
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        … and the upgrade will start:
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      Wait for the upgrade to finish, review the result, and then click Done:
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