GoAnywhere MFT Upgrade Tutorial | Windows v7.3.1 to v7.8.4 (Derby Database)

 

In this step-by-step video, Professional Services Manager, Andy Woosley, walks through how to upgrade your GoAnywhere MFT server from version 7.3.1 to 7.8.4 on a Windows environment using a Derby database.

🔧 What You’ll Learn:

  • Pre-upgrade checks: OS compatibility, version validation, workspace cleanup
  • How to back up your server and database for rollback protection
  • Downloading and preparing the upgrade JAR file
  • Identifying and disabling monitors tied to network shares
  • Executing the upgrade via command prompt
  • Troubleshooting validation failures and interpreting upgrade logs
  • Post-upgrade steps: monitor reactivation, service restart, version verification

⚠️ This upgrade requires a maintenance window and direct access to the GoAnywhere server. Be sure to follow all backup and validation steps to ensure a smooth transition.

📌 For additional support, contact our technical team or professional services.