Important Note: Upgrading the operating system (OS) can lead to data loss or significant system failures. It is crucial to back up all data and store the backups off-server before initiating the upgrade process.
Known cPanel ELevate Blockers
Before starting, verify and resolve all blockers that may impede the upgrade process.
Step 1: Backup Your Accounts
Ensure all accounts and data are backed up securely.
Step 2: Access the Server’s Command Line
Log in as the ‘root’ user via SSH.
Step 3: Update Packages
Run the following command to update any out-of-date packages.
Execute the installation command:
yum updateStep 4: Update cPanel
RUN following command the cPanel update script.
Execute the installation command:
/scripts/upcpStep 5: Reboot the Server
Restart the server to apply the updates.
Execute the installation command:
shutdown -r nowAfter the server reboots, log back in as the ‘root’ user via SSH.
Step 7: Download the cPanel ELevate Script
Download and set permissions for the cPanel ELevate script.
Execute the installation command:
wget -O /scripts/elevate-cpanel https://raw.githubusercontent.com/cpanel/elevate/release/elevate-cpanelStep 8: Check for Upgrade Blockers
Run the script to check for any upgrade blockers.
Execute the installation command:
/scripts/elevate-cpanel --checkIf all the issues are resolved you can run the following command to start the upgrade process.
Execute the installation command:
/scripts/elevate-cpanel --startThe upgrade process takes approximately 90 minutes and involves multiple reboots. Some reboots may take longer than usual. It is crucial not to interrupt the upgrade process.
Step 9: Check the Upgrade Status
You can check the current status of the upgrade by running the following commands.
Execute the installation command:
/scripts/elevate-cpanel --statusFollowing these steps, you can upgrade from CentOS 7 to AlmaLinux 8 or CloudLinux 8 Using cPanel ELevate.