Upgrading a Package

This topic provides information on upgrading packages.

Make sure that you are using an up-to-date index. See also: Finding a Package

Syntax

Command for updating the package index (to be run only once):

apm update

Command for upgrading a package:

apm upgrade <package name> -pw <password>

Example

Example for upgrading the Tomcat package:

apm upgrade PCK.AUTOMIC_TOMCAT -pw aepwd

Be aware that upgrading a Package may be restricted to a reduced number of clients. You can use the option "-c <number>" to change the target client of the upgrade or enter the following command to bypass the client check: --ignore-client-restriction.

Important Notes

When updating a package, be aware of the following: