NB6.x support ending

[nb-nb]

Hello,

I was reading some info about NB6.x support stopping sometime soon.  When exactly will NB6.x no longer be supported?  I also read that NB7.x 'only' supports 64-bit OSs.  Is this in reference to the Server only or does this apply to the Client also?

Are upgrades / updates to NB7.x straight forward or do we have to remove previous versions and do a clean install?

[revarooo · Accepted solution]

Hi nb,

6.x Partial support starts from August 1st. October 3rd October 2012 is the official end of support

Have a look at this support matrix that lists all of the NetBackup versions end of life schedules.

NetBackup Product Group End of Support Life matrix

http://www.symantec.com/business/support/index?page=content&id=TECH74757

And a forum article on end of life of 6.x

https://www-secure.symantec.com/connect/forums/be-aware-netbackup-6x-end-support-life-fast-approachi...

You do not need to remove NetBackup 6.x software to install NetBackup 7.x you can upgrade.

Here is the NetBackup 7.x upgrade portal.

http://www.symantec.com/business/support/index?page=content&id=TECH74584

Hope this helps.

[revarooo]

nb, 

I missed the question about compatibility for 32/64bit OS's.

Here is the NetBackup 7.x Compatibility Guide for you. It will be listed here what you need to know (client, server comptability)

NetBackup 7.x Operating System Comptability List

http://www.symantec.com/business/support/index?page=content&id=TECH76648