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DL18678864 - Autodesk Vault 2013 - File Revision Hotfix

In a continuing effort to provide high quality products, Autodesk has released this hotfix which provides database updates to assure
proper assignment of tip consumable document revisions.

This README file highlights how to install this hotfix and other important information regarding this update.

CONTENTS

Description of the Issues
System Requirements
Related Hotfixes and Utilities
Known Issues
Warnings
Files Affected
Update Verification
Installation Instructions
Legal Notice

Description of the Issues

The tip consumable document revision was not being updated when performing workflows that affect historical document revisions.


System Requirements


Vault Server

  • Autodesk Data Management Server 2013 Update 0 (Basic)
  • Autodesk Data Management Server 2013 Update 0 (Workgroup)
  • Autodesk Data Management Server 2013 Update 0 (Collaboration)
  • Autodesk Data Management Server 2013 Update 0 (Professional)


  • Related Hotfixes and Utilities



    Known Issues


    Subsequent lifecycle state changes will update the tip consumable document revision.


    Warnings


    It is strongly recommended to perform a back up prior to the application of this update.

    This hotfix cannot be uninstalled. To revert to a pre hotfix state, the application must be reinstalled and a pre hotfix back up must be restored.


    Files Affected


  • Connectivity.Platform.dll


  • Update Verification

  • The updated Connectivity.Platform.dll file is version 17.0.62.40.
  • Installation Instructions


    WARNING: Failure to follow these instructions properly may result in unusable sites.

    NOTE: Always ensure that a successful backup has been performed before applying any hotfixes.


    SINGLE SITE

    Hotfix Installation

    1. Reset the web service on the Autodesk Data Management Server (ADMS) by typing 'iisreset' at a command prompt.
    2. Run DL18678864.msp on the server to install the hotfix.
    3. Open the ADMS Console and migrate all unmigrated databases and libraries before proceeding.
      1. NOTE: It may be necessary to detach an unmigrated database if the update addresses a migration problem.
    4. Close the ADMS Console application.

    Database Update

    1. Open a command prompt and navigate to the installed location of Connectivity.ADMSConsole.exe.
    2. Run ADMS b2bmigrate operation in command line mode:
      1. Example: Connectivity.ADMSConsole.Exe -Ob2bmigrate -VUadministrator -VPadmin_password -DBUsql_user -DBPsql_password
      2. NOTE: Replace 'admin_password' with the appropriate administrator password for the -VP switch.
      3. The last two command line parameters are required only if the 'sa' password is not the default password.
    3. A 'migration successful' dialog will display when the b2bmigrate operation has completed.
    4. If necessary, open ADMS Console and attach any previously detached databases.


    MULTI SITE (file replication)

    Hotfix Installation – applied to every Autodesk Data Management Server (ADMS).

    1. Reset the web service by typing 'iisreset' at a server command prompt.
    2. Run DL18678864.msp on an ADMS server to install the hotfix.
    3. Repeat the preceding steps for every ADMS server.
    4. Open one ADMS Console and migrate all unmigrated databases and libraries before proceeding.
      1. NOTE: It may be necessary to detach an unmigrated database if the update addresses a migration problem.
    5. Close the ADMS Console application.

    Database Update – applied ONCE from ONE Autodesk Data Management Server (ADMS).

    1. WARNING: DO NOT PROCEED until the hotfix has been successfully applied on ALL ADMS servers.
    2. Open a command prompt and navigate to the installed location of Connectivity.ADMSConsole.exe.
    3. Run ADMS b2bmigrate operation in command line mode:
      1. Example: Connectivity.ADMSConsole.Exe -Ob2bmigrate -VUadministrator -VPadmin_password -DBUsql_user -DBPsql_password
      2. NOTE: Replace 'admin_password' with the appropriate administrator password for the -VP switch.
      3. The last two command line parameters are required only if the 'sa' password is not the default password.
    4. A 'migration successful' dialog will display when the b2bmigrate operation has completed.
    5. If necessary, open ADMS Console and attach any previously detached databases.


    CONNECTED WORKGROUP (file and SQL replication)

    Hotfix Installation – applied to every Autodesk Data Management Server (ADMS) in all workgroups.

    1. Reset the web service by typing 'iisreset' at a server command prompt.
    2. Run DL18678864.msp on an ADMS server to install the hotfix.
    3. Repeat the preceding steps for every ADMS server in all workgroups.
    4. Open one ADMS Console on the Publisher workgroup and migrate all unmigrated databases and libraries before proceeding.
      1. NOTE: It may be necessary to detach an unmigrated database if the update addresses a migration problem.
    5. Close the ADMS Console application.

    Database Update – applied ONCE from ONE Autodesk Data Management Server (ADMS) on the Publisher workgroup ONLY.

    1. WARNING: DO NOT PROCEED until the hotfix has been successfully applied on ALL ADMS servers in all workgroups.
    2. Ensure that all workgroups are online and accessible before proceeding. Do not proceed until the Replication Status | Merge Information dialog
      shows "Waiting 60 second(s) before polling for further changes." for each replicated vault and library.
    3. Open a command prompt and navigate to the installed location of Connectivity.ADMSConsole.exe.
    4. Run ADMS b2bmigrate operation in command line mode:
      1. Example: Connectivity.ADMSConsole.Exe -Ob2bmigrate -VUadministrator -VPadmin_password -DBUsql_user -DBPsql_password
      2. NOTE: Replace 'admin_password' with the appropriate administrator password for the -VP switch.
      3. The last two command line parameters are required only if the 'sa' password is not the default password.
    5. A 'migration successful' dialog will display when the b2bmigrate operation has completed.


      1. NOTE: A successful migration may take some time as the database updates must be consumed by the subscriber workgroups.
    6. If necessary, open ADMS Console and attach any previously detached databases.


    Legal Notice

    Autodesk does not guarantee that you will be able to successfully download or implement any hotfix, utility, service pack or
    workaround, or any of the tips, tricks, examples or suggestions outlined in any Autodesk product support technical documents.
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    of business profits or special damages, that may occur as a result of implementing any hotfix, utility, service pack or workaround,
    or any suggestion outlined in any Autodesk product support technical document, even if Autodesk or its suppliers have been advised
    of the possibility of such damages.



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