topic Upgrade 2020 > 2040 in ONTAP Hardware

Upgrade 2020 > 2040

nsitps1976 — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 06:41:33 GMT

Is it possible to upgrade a 2020 (single head) to a 2040(HA), if so what is the process (new controllers)?

Also, can the existing 2020 licenses be transferred to the2040?

Upgrade 2020 > 2040

radek_kubka — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 15:51:00 GMT

Hi,

2020 & 2040 share the same chassis, so technically it is doable to remove 2020 controller & slot in two 2040 controllers.

Having said this, licenses are not transferable, so effectively it is a new purchase anyway (NetApp normally offers some credits for the old system as a form of a buy back).

Personally I'd ask for a quote for a new spanking 2040HA, mentioning 2020 is going to be returned.

Regards,
Radek

Upgrade 2020 > 2040

nsitps1976 — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 17:06:47 GMT

Great - Thanks