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Version 8.5
RELEASED: SEPTEMBER 30, 2011
Upgrade Notes
l 8.5 code is backwards compatible except for the few cases listed below (End of Support
for Microsoft Indexing Service below, End of Support for Plug-In Extensions below).
l Database considerations: You need SQL2005 SP5 or above (as stated in the
requirements).
Ektron recommends upgrading to SQL 2008R2, since Microsoft could stop supporting
2005 any time after next SQL release. Plus, SQL 2008 R2 has major performance
enhancements.
End of Support for Microsoft Indexing Service
Releases 8.5 and up do not support the Microsoft Indexing Service. Instead, the search is
powered by Microsoft Search Server.
When you install or upgrade to Release 8.5 or higher, dialogs appear to help you set up
Microsoft Search Server to work with Ektron. For more information, see the Ektron
Reference Manual section "Helping Users Navigate Your Website" > "Using Search".
End of Support for Plug-In Extensions
Releases 8.5 and up do not support Plug-In Extensions. You may keep the service installed
and use it with older sites, but it must be turned off for 8.5 sites. By default, Ektron's
installer turns off the extensibility service for upgrades and new installations.
IMPORTANT: Do not confuse Plug-In Extensions with CMS Extensions. CMS Extensions are fully
supported for 8.5. See Customizing Behavior with Extensions.
Support
Existing clients current with maintenance should use Ektron Support for questions or issues.
Anyone evaluating Ektron 8.5 for any other reason is urged to engage with Ektron Sales for
direction and options for further assistance.
License Keys
Version 8.5
Version 8 license keys continue to operate for the Release Candidate. But for the official
release or a point release thereafter, Ektron has changed the keys to enforce the features
and structure of a new licensing model. Please consult your Ektron Account Manager for
more information.
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