Upgrade SQL Server or Apply Service Pack with Cluster

Upgrade SQL Server or apply Service Pack on Cluster environment MSCS is so simple but require certain sequential steps to follow.


  1. Move Node to Server B
  2. Start Installation(DB Upgrade)/ Service Pack on Server A (Passive Node)
  3. Select Upgrade Cluster Instance on Installation Screen and follow options
  4. Restart Server A after instillation
  5. Start Installation(DB Upgrade)/ Service Pack on Server B
  6. Move Node to Server A after Installation complete on Server B
  7. Restart Server B after installation