The terms and naming conventions used to identify the product provide a convenient means of referencing the level of software installed.
The following table shows the naming convention in use. This convention is indicated by V.U.SP.FX(R).
Identifier |
Description |
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V.U.SP.FX(R), where V is the version number. Example: •10.0.00.00 (initial version 10 release) |
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V.U.SP.FX(R), where U is the update level. Examples: •10.0.00.00 (initial version 10 release) •10.1.00.00 (first major update of version 10) |
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V.U.SP.FX(R), where SP is the SP level. Examples: •10.0.01.00 (first SP release for version 10) |
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V.U.SP.FX(R), where FX is the cumulative fix level. Examples: •10.0.04.03 (third cumulative fix for the fourth SP on version 10) |
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V.U.SP.FX(R), where (R) is the restricted fix. For software media, restricted fixes are always associated with a service pack. Otherwise the field is left blank. Examples: •10.0.04.03R (third available restricted fix for the fourth SP on version 10) Note: When viewing the Precisely Installed Products display,
R indicates that one or more restricted fixes have been applied to
the indicated service pack level. Cumulative fixes for the service
pack level may also be present. For example, 8.0.04.03R on this
display indicates that the third cumulative fix as well at least one
restricted fix for the fourth SP have been applied.
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The following are descriptions of the product terminology used:
Version number
New version of a product. In order to install a product with a new version number, you must be current on maintenance.
Update level
New functionality available within the current version. In order to install a product with a new update level, you must be current on maintenance.
Service pack (SP)
A collection of product changes that are packaged together for the purpose of distribution. Installing a service pack brings all products up to the specified level. An SP is released approximately once per month.
Cumulative fixes
Changes to a service pack that correct a specific problem. Additional fixes are cumulative to ensure that they are applied to the correct service pack and in the correct order. These fixes are released on an as-needed basis only.
Restricted fix
Changes to a specific service pack. Restricted fixes are not cumulative and may or may not be integrated into the next service pack. If two restricted fixes are available for the same service pack, the first restricted fix does not need to be applied before the second is installed. Restricted fixes are released on an as-needed basis only.