SonicOS 8 Migration Requirements Reference Guide
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In-product Migration from SonicOS 6 or SonicOS 7 NSv Models to SonicOS 8 NSv
SonicOS 8 supports in-product migration from SonicOS 6 and SonicOS 7 NSv models to SonicOS 8 NSv S, M, and L subscription models. The migration uses a preferences-based import method that allows administrators to transfer configuration settings directly from supported source appliances to the target SonicOS 8 NSv — without requiring an external migration tool.
Supported Migration Paths
| Source (SonicOS 6) | Source (SonicOS 7) | Target (SonicOS 8) |
|---|---|---|
| NSv 10, NSv 25, NSv 50, NSv 100 | NA | NSv XS (Single Core) |
| NSv 200 | NSv 270 | NSv S (2 Cores) |
| NSv 300, NSv 400 | NSv 470 | NSv M (4 Cores) |
| NSv 800 | NSv 870 | NSv L (8 Cores) |
Migration Mode
By default, SonicOS 8 NSv platforms boot in Global Mode. Administrators can switch to Unified Policy Engine (UPE) mode from Global Mode after initial boot. Migration is mode-dependent — the source and target must be running the same operational mode.
| Migration Path | Supported Mode |
|---|---|
| SonicOS 6 NSv → SonicOS 8 NSv | Global Mode to Global Mode only |
| SonicOS 7 NSv → SonicOS 8 NSv | Policy Mode to Policy Mode |
| SonicOS 7 NSv → SonicOS 8 NSv | Global Mode to Global Mode |
SonicOS 6 NSv configurations running in Global Mode cannot be imported to a SonicOS 8 NSv running in Policy Mode. The migration will be blocked.
Migration Method
The migration uses the built-in settings import feature on the SonicOS 8 NSv and does not require an external migration tool.
To migrate from a SonicOS 6 or SonicOS 7 NSv
- Export the settings/preferences file from the source SonicOS 6 or SonicOS 7 NSv appliance.
- Import the settings file to the target SonicOS 8 NSv appliance running the matching operational mode.
For detailed migration steps, refer to the SonicOS 8 Upgrade Guide for NSv Series.
