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CloudOnex Business Suite - Version Upgrade Guide

Before You Begin

Prerequisites

  • PHP 8.3 or higher
  • MySQL 5.7 or higher
  • Required PHP Extensions:
    • Mbstring
    • PDO
    • GD
    • JSON

Important Safety Measures

⚠️ CRITICAL: Always create a complete backup before starting any upgrade process.

  • Back up all application files
  • Export a complete database backup
  • Document any custom modifications you've made to the system

Upgrade Methods

Method 1: Using the Updater Plugin (Recommended)

This is the simplest and safest method for most users.

  1. Download the Updater Plugin

  2. Install the Plugin

    • Upload and install the updater plugin through your Business Suite dashboard
    • A new "Updater" menu will appear under Settings

  3. Perform the Update

    • Navigate to Settings → Updater
    • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the update
    • The plugin will automatically handle database backups and file updates

Method 2: Manual Update

For developers or users who need more control over the update process.

  1. Prepare for Update

    • Download the latest version from your CloudOnex dashboard
    • Create a complete backup of your current installation
    • Export your database

  2. Update Files

    • Upload the new version's ZIP file to your server
    • Extract the files directly on the server
    • For cPanel users: Use File Manager to extract
    • For VPS users: Use the unzip command in terminal

  3. Database Update

    • Log in to your Business Suite
    • You will be automatically redirected to the update page
    • The system will update the database schema if needed

  4. Verify Configuration

    • Your existing config file (system/config.php) will be preserved
    • No need to reconfigure database settings