How to Install Service Packs in a Cluster

 Last reviewed: March 20, 1998
Article ID: Q174799
The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Windows NT Server, Enterprise Edition version 4.0 - Microsoft Cluster Server

SUMMARY

Microsoft Cluster Server (MSCS) requires Windows NT Server, Enterprise Edition version 4.0. The original product ships with Service Pack 3 on the first CD-ROM. You may want to apply later service packs as they are released for fixes or improvements in either product.

MORE INFORMATION

You can install Windows NT Server service packs on MSCS nodes using the procedure below. Always install the same service packs or hotfixes to each node. Use this procedure to install the service packs unless otherwise directed by a particular service pack version.

  1. Check the System event log for errors and ensure proper system operation.

  2. Make sure you have a current backup and updated emergency repair disk for each system. In the event of corrupt files, power outage, or incompatibility, it may be necessary to revert back to the state of the system prior to attempting to install the service pack.

  3. On one node (Node A), take all groups offline or move them to the other node (Node B).

  4. Install the service pack on Node A and restart the computer.

  5. Check the System event log for errors. If you find any errors, troubleshoot them before continuing this process.

  6. Bring the Node A groups back online, or move them back from Node B.

  7. Install the service pack on Node B and restart the computer.

  8. Check the system event log for errors. If you find any errors, troubleshoot them before continuing this process.

  9. Bring the Node B groups back online or move them from Node A.

Additional query words: MSCS
Keywords : ntsetup NTSrv kbsetup
Version : WinNT:4.0
Platform : winnt
Issue type : kbhowto

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Last reviewed: March 20, 1998
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