Upgrading from a Previous Version of Author-it

Upgrading from a previous version of Author-it involves several steps. We recommend that you maintain accurate backups of your data before installing the software.

Important: Please read this procedure carefully before attempting to upgrade your existing version of Author-it. With any update we recommend you always test it in a separate environment before changing your production environment.

Upgrading to Author-it 5:

1. Ensure all users are logged out of your library, then backup all your libraries, graphics, templates, and any other supporting files before you begin. If using SQL Server you can backup your library by exporting it to JET provided the library is under 2GB, otherwise have your SQL Server administrator back it up for you.
2. Install Author-it.
3. Using Author-it Administrator open your existing library. Author-it will prompt to upgrade your library. Choose Yes to continue.
4. Progress is displayed while your library is upgraded. This can take some time depending on the size of your database and specifications of your computer. Do not interrupt this upgrade. Any problems are listed in the Log file while the library is being upgraded. The log file can also be opened later from the \Author-it 5\Logs folder.
5. If you are using a JET database library then we recommend you compact your library to improve efficiency.