Question

Necessary steps for upgrading an on-premises installation

Answer

This guide outlines the required steps to upgrade your on-premises installation to the latest version of PTV xServer 2.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1.  Check Hardware & Software Requirements

Before upgrading, make sure your system meets the minimum hardware and OS requirements.
🔗 System Requirements Guide

2. Download xServer 2

Log in to the PTV Customer Area to access the latest xServer 2 release:
🔗 PTV Customer Area – Download Page 
or ask from support team to send you the file.

3. Install and Set Up xServer 2

Follow the official Quick Start Guide to install and configure a basic xServer 2 instance:
🔗 Quick Start Installation Guide

4. Install Additional Geocoding Data (Optional)

If you're planning to use xLocate (geocoding), make sure to install the corresponding geodata packages after the xServer installation.

Additional hints

Before starting the upgrade, back up your current configuration and custom data. It’s also recommended to test the new version in a staging environment before going live.