To manually convert your P6 version 6.2.1 or later database to P6 EPPM R8.4, follow the procedures described in this document. Only an experienced database administrator should perform these procedures. Complete the following sections in the order specified:
Back up the existing P6 database (also known as PMDB).
If you are upgrading from Version 7.0 or earlier, migrate all your methodologies. You cannot use Project Architect after you upgrade, so you will want to migrate your methodologies before you upgrade. (See Converting Methodologies to Projects and Creating a Project Template From Projects for manual migration instructions.)
Run the appropriate scripts to upgrade the P6 database structure to P6 EPPM R8.4.
Perform required and recommended processes after the upgrade is complete.
To configure the Oracle database server for SSL, see the Advanced Security Administrator's Guide included with the Oracle Database Server Documentation for configuring the Oracle Server and Oracle Client(s) for SSL.To configure the SQL database server for SSL, use Microsoft's documentation for instructions on configuring SQL Database Server SSL. Direct questions about Installation / Configurations to the database vendor, Microsoft.