Learn how to upgrade GoAnywhere MFT to version 7.9 on IBM i with confidence.
In this stepbystep walkthrough, Heath Kath, Lead Solution Engineer at Fortra, demonstrates the entire upgrade process—from downloading the .jar file to restarting services—while sharing best practices to ensure a smooth transition.
What You’ll Learn:
✔ How to prepare your IBM i environment for the upgrade
✔ Key checks: permissions, externalized DB2 database, active jobs, and library locks
✔ Backing up production libraries and managing Catalina logs
✔ Executing the upgrade and verifying success
Why It Matters:
Upgrading correctly helps maintain security, stability, and compliance for your managed file transfers. This guide minimizes downtime and ensures your GoAnywhere environment stays optimized.
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