Current: vCenter 5.1 U2, Windows Server 2008R2, local database
Future: vCenter 5.5, VM Server 2012R2, same local database
I am trying to come up with a plan that will accomplish the above. I did some googling, but couldn't find someone else do exactly what I am trying to do. I'm sure many have before so just want to list my plan to see if it makes sense.
- Upgrade current vCenter Server to 5.5
- Move current vCenter Server database to a temporary SQL server
- Deploy a new 2012R2 VM
- Install vCenter Server 5.5 on the 2012R2 VM
- Move vCenter Server database to the new vCenter Server on 2012R2 VM
Do I actually have to upgrade my current vCenter 5.5 before I do anything? Do I need to do anything special since my new vCenter Server will have a new name and IP address or should I try to keep the same name and IP address? Not sure if the hosts or anything will have an issue.