Cisco CSACSE-1111-K9 - Secure Access Control Server Solution Engine User Manual

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Chapter 5 Upgrading and Migrating to Cisco Secure ACS Solution Engine 4.1
Upgrade Paths
Note If you are upgrading on an ACS 1111 or 1112 device and need to restore the ACS 1111 or 1112
system software, obtain the required recovery CD from the Cisco Technical Assistance Center
(TAC). For information on contacting the Cisco TAC, see
Obtaining Technical Assistance,
page xviii.
You can upgrade your exiting ACS appliance with the latest ACS software and appliance management
software.
Table 5-1 describes various upgrade use cases that you can use to decide the appropriate upgrade path
to follow.
Note Before you begin any upgrade procedure, we recommend that you back up your existing data and
configuration.
Note If you use ACS Remote Agents, after any type of upgrade to ACS SE 4.1, you must uninstall your old
version of ACS Remote Agents, and install Remote Agents for ACS SE 4.1.
Ta b l e 5-1 Upgrade Use Cases
From Version Upgrade Path Results
3.2.x or 3.3.x to
4.1
Full Upgrade
To perform a full upgrade with data restore:
1. Use the ACS SE 3.3.3 Upgrade CD.
For instructions on upgrading to ACS 3.3.3, see Release
Notes for Cisco Secure Access Control Server Solution
Engine 3.3 at:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/net_mgmt/cisco_secure
_access_control_server_for_solution_engine/3.3/release/no
tes/RNsol331.html.
2. Use the ACS SE 4.1 Upgrade CD.
• Base image upgraded including SNMP
support, and installation of Cisco
Security Agent (Cisco Security Agent).
• Appliance management software
upgraded.
• ACS software upgraded.
• Data restored.
3.3.3 to 4.1
Full Upgrade
To perform a full upgrade with data restore, use the ACS SE 4.1
Upgrade CD:
For a complete list of steps, see Performing a Full Upgrade from
ACS SE 3.3.3 to ACS SE 4.1, page 5-8.
• Base image upgraded including
additional Microsoft hotfixes.
• Appliance management software
upgraded.
• ACS software upgraded.
• Data restored.
4.0.1 to 4.1
Full Upgrade
To perform a full upgrade with data restore, use the ACS SE 4.1
Upgrade CD.
For a complete list of steps, see Performing a Full Upgrade From
ACS SE 4.0.1 to ACS SE 4.1, page 5-4.
• ACS SE 4.0.1 is upgraded to ACS SE
4.1.
• Data restored.

Cisco CSACSE-1111-K9 - Secure Access Control Server Solution Engine Specifications

General

Product Type	Secure Access Control Server Solution Engine
Model	CSACSE-1111-K9
Category	Software
Authentication Protocols	RADIUS, TACACS+
User Database Support	Active Directory, LDAP
Management Interface	Web-based GUI, CLI
High Availability	Yes

Summary

CHAPTER 1 Cisco Secure ACS Solution Engine Overview

System Description

Provides an overview of the ACS SE's functionality and purpose.

ACS SE Hardware Description

CHAPTER 2 Preparing for Installation

Safety

Provides crucial safety instructions and guidelines for installation.

General Precautions

Outlines general safety measures for system usage and handling.

Maintaining Safety with Electricity

Details guidelines for safe operation and maintenance related to electrical power.

Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge

Explains procedures to prevent damage from static electricity.

Preparing Your Site for Installation

Covers site requirements and environmental considerations for installation.

Required Tools and Equipment

CHAPTER 3 Installing and Configuring Cisco Secure ACS Solution Engine 4.1

Installation Quick Reference

Installing the Cisco 1113 in a Rack

Guides through the physical installation of the Cisco 1113 appliance into a rack.

Connecting Cables

Initial Configuration

Details the steps for performing the initial setup and configuration of the ACS SE.

Verifying the Initial Configuration

Setting Up a GUI Administrator Account

CHAPTER 4 Administering Cisco Secure ACS Solution Engine

Basic Command Line Administration Tasks

Covers essential administrative tasks using the CLI.

Working with System Data

Reconfiguring Solution Engine System Parameters

Explains how to modify system settings like passwords, IP, etc.

Recovery Management

CHAPTER 5 Upgrading and Migrating to Cisco Secure ACS Solution Engine 4.1

Upgrade Scenarios

Migration Scenarios

Upgrade Paths

Upgrade Procedure

Provides step-by-step instructions for performing upgrades.

APPENDIX C Command Reference

Commands