Swapping a separate Avaya SBC server deployed under EMS

Last Updated : Jan 16, 2024 |

Before you begin

Confirm that you have created and saved the backup file of a functional Avaya SBC device.

Confirm that both Avaya SBC devices have the same software version before you start the swap procedure.

Confirm that all Avaya SBC devices involved in the swap procedures are in the commissioned state after the swap is complete.

Procedure

  1. Log in to the EMS web interface with the administrator credentials.
  2. In the navigation pane, click Device Management.

    The EMS server displays the Device Management screen in the content area.

  3. On the Device Management page, click Devices tab.
  4. Install a new Avaya SBC with a different IP address. For more information, see Deploying Avaya Session Border Controller on a Hardware Platform.
  5. In the Devices section, do the following:
    1. Click Add.
    2. In the Hostname and Management IP fields, provide the relevant information.
  6. When the state of the newly added Avaya SBC device becomes Registered, click Swap Device.
  7. Select the backup file of old Avaya SBC system (down system).
    Important:

    The backup file is a master .tar file. Avaya recommends not to unzip the .tar file.

  8. Click Finish.

    The EMS server does not display the old Avaya SBC device in the Devices tab.