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-====== Update to Orbit Publisher 23.X ======
-This page describes the update of an Orbit 3DM Publisher. \\
-For documentation on the installation of a Server, see [[dev:technology:platforms:install_server|]].
-The update of an Orbit Server is recommended to be done in cooperation with Orbit Support. \\
-Updates are free of charge when having a valid software maintenance contract. Contact Orbit Sales for more information.
-<note tip>
-  - Prepare the update.
-  - Respect the procedure as documented below.
-  - Take your time and work meticulously.
-</note>
-===== Preparations =====
-=== Communicate to coworkers ===
-While updating, nobody will be able to use the application. \\
-A well-prepared update will take no longer than 15 minutes.
-=== Verify Maintenance Validity of Activation Key ===
-Verify the maintenance expiry data of your Activation Key in the https://my.orbitgt.com portal. \\
-The Activation Key maintenance expiry date must be later than the version's official release date. The version's official release date can be derived from the version number and is always set to be on the first day of the month:  e.g. version 22.1, 2022 January, is released on January 1st 2022.
-=== Download Update Package ===
-Download the update package according your product and current product version from the Orbit GT ftp account. \\
-Verify your current version via Orbit Desktop > Main Toolbar > Help > About > Details
-  * Ftp : ftp://ftp.orbitgt.com
-  * Login: ''OrbitSetups''
-  * Password : ''OrbitGT!''
-  * Update package : download corresponding update package
-=== Create Full Backup ===
-A full backup of the Orbit "server" directory will allow an instant recovery of the Publisher setup. \\
-The Orbit Publisher "server" directory is around 500MB, including Orbit software, Orbit configurations, and Java setup. When assistance is requested, Orbit Support will request access to this backup.
-    * ''<install_folder>/server/program/*''
-===== Steps to Update from 20.X or later to Current Version =====
-The Current Release, see [[dev:whats_new:index|]].
-=== Stop Orbit Service ===
-  - Stop the Orbit Service.
-     * Run batch : ''<install_folder>/server/program/bin64/ServiceStop.bat''.
-  - Verify the Operating System Services and the current status of "Orbit Enterprise Service".
-=== Delete Orbit Client ===
-  - Delete the following folders:
-    * ''<install_folder>/client'' (When updating from 20.X only)
-=== Update Orbit Server ===
-  - Delete the following folders:
-    * ''<install_folder>/server/program/log/''
-    * ''<install_folder>/server/program/services/dox'' (When updating from 20.X only)
-    * ''<install_folder>/server/program/software/''
-    * ''<install_folder>/server/program/wwwroot/viewer/''
-    * ''<install_folder>/server/program/wwwroot/viewer_sdk/''
-    * ''<install_folder>/server/program/wwwroot/viewer_sdk_javascript/''
-  - Merge folders and Replace existing files :
-    * Copy folder ''<update_package>/server/program/'' and ''<update_package>/server/data/''
-    * Paste into ''<install_folder>/server/''
-  - Rename the license configuration file
-    * Rename file : ''<install_folder>/server/program/system/licenses_vXX.X.ini''
-    * Into : ''<install_folder>/server/program/system/licenses_YY.Y.ini''  (e.g. filename ''licenses_v23.1.ini'' for version 23.1)
-=== Start Orbit Service ===
-  - Start the Orbit Service.
-     * Run batch : ''<install_folder>/server/program/bin64/ServiceStart.bat''.
-  - Verify the Operating System Services and the current status "Running" of the “Orbit Enterprise Service”.

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