To ensure protection of VMs continues seamlessly, follow these steps when upgrading an ESX(i) host:
Note: ESXi 6.5 is supported on 64-bit Unitrends appliances only. If you are using a 32-bit Unitrends appliance, you cannot protect or recover VMs hosted on ESXi 6.5. Do not upgrade any ESX servers to version 6.5 that you are protecting with a 32-bit appliance.
| 1 | Upgrade the ESX(i) host using VMware’s recommended procedures. |
| 2 | In the Unitrends system, select the ESX(i) host in the Navigation pane. |
| 3 | Select Backup. |
| 4 | On the Schedule Backup tab, click the refresh button at the bottom of the Select Items grid: |
This reloads the list of VMs, ensuring your schedules will continue without interruption.