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Version: 5.3

Update Process for Windows

Updating the OPC Router from one version in the 5 series to the next higher version involves uninstalling the current version and then installing the new version. It's important to note that your project files and configuration settings will not be affected by this process.

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Note: To ensure compatibility of your current configuration with the new version of the OPC Router, we strongly recommend conducting a pre-update test on the production server. This can be done, for example, on a virtual machine. Generally, the OPC Router is designed to automatically adjust existing projects after an update, if necessary.

  1. Compatibility Check
    • Before updating on the production server, ensure that your current configuration is compatible with the new OPC Router version. This can be done through a pre-update test on a virtual machine. In most cases, the OPC Router automatically adjusts existing projects after an update, if necessary.
  2. System Backup
    • Perform a full backup of your system to ensure that you can revert to the previous configuration in case of any issues.
  3. Preparation
    • As the OPC Router setup may update or install Windows system components, close all open programs before starting the setup.
    • Make a note of the user account under which the OPC Router service is running, as you will need this information later.
  4. Uninstalling the Old Version
    • Uninstall the existing OPC Router 5.x version via the Control Panel. Your project configurations and files will remain intact.
  5. Checking System Requirements
    • Ensure that all system requirements for the new version of the OPC Router are met.
  6. Installing the New Version
    • Run the setup.exe file from your installation source to install the new version of the OPC Router.
    • Follow the instructions of the installation routine carefully.
  7. Configuring the User Context
    • Configure the user context of the OPC Router service according to the notes from step 3.
  8. Project Activation
    • After completing the installation, open the configuration environment of the OPC Router.
    • Switch your project to productive mode.
  9. Restarting the OPC Router Service
    • Restart the OPC Router service to apply the changes and complete the update.