Migrating of APIC V2018 to V10 form factor deployments
Here in this blog, we will learn how to migrate APIC V2018 to V10 form factor deployments.
It is possible to migrate from API Connect v2018 to v10 using the same deployment form factor or a new one.
This is a quick synopsis of the procedure:
Same Form Factor: If you currently have a v2018 deployment, you can update to v10 using the same deployment form factor.
Distinct Form Factor: You can follow IBM’s migration procedure if you wish to switch the deployment form factor, such as going from v2018 on OVA to v10 on OpenShift, OVA, IBM Cloud, and Kubernetes.
Up to v2018.4.1 Fixpack 13, the migration is supported for v2018 releases. It’s crucial to remember that following the migration, your API gateway types (native API gateway service or v5c gateway service) won’t change.
To ensure a smooth relocation, you ought to:
Assemble the tools, scripts, and information that you’ll need.
Extract the source data from v2018, install v10, and then load the source data into the v10 installation by following the migration processes.
Recall that you will need to follow the form factor migration procedure if you are unable to update your v2018 platform (OpenShift or Kubernetes) to a version that supports v10. It is recommended to consult the official IBM handbook for comprehensive instructions and considerations.
Why we need to Migrate to V2018 To V10?
It is crucial to switch from API Connect v2018 to v10 for a number of reasons.
New functionality: Compared to v20181, v10 offers improvements and new functionality. Enhanced Performance: v10 provides enhanced scalability and performance.
Better protection against vulnerabilities is ensured: security updates and patches in v10, which also offers support for modern infrastructure—newer infrastructure platforms and standards may not be completely supported by v2018.
End of Support: IBM usually gives users advance notice when support for earlier versions ends, enticing them to upgrade to the newest versions.
Better Cloud and Hybrid Environment Integration: v10 offers enhanced cloud and hybrid environment integration capabilities.
