We have scheduled an upgrade of MySQL (to MariaDB version 10.1) on your server, dime200.dizinc.com, which hosts milliardinfoworld.com. We encourage you to please read the details below carefully as action may be required on your end:
Scheduled Date and Time:
October 10th, 2016 @ 10:00 PM EDT
Maintenance Window:
4-8 Hours
Datacenter Location:
Orlando.DC2
Maintenance Type:
In order to prepare for coming CentOS upgrades, we will be upgrading the version of MySQL on your server, dime200.dizinc.com, to MariaDB version 10.1. We're making the move from MySQL to MariaDB for added reliability and easier upgrades in the future. As it stands, all of the major CMS software supports MariaDB 10.1 so there should be no issues there with compatibility.
** IMPORTANT - Old Database Passwords **
If you are utilizing old database passwords (pre MySQL 4.1), these will need to be updated to prevent any database connection issues once the upgrade is completed. If your old passwords are not updated prior to this scheduled upgrade, they will be randomized at the time of the upgrade. Please review the information provided via the link below in order to ensure your old passwords are updated:
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http://www.hosticon.com/client/knowledgebase/76/Updating-MySQL-Pre-41-Password-Hashes-to-be-MySQL-56-Compatible.html
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Estimated Downtime:
We understand the importance of minimal downtime while performing maintenance and for this reason we will do everything we can to expedite the procedure. While the upgrade should be completed within 2-4 hours, we are allocating a 8 hour maintenance window to allow extra time just in case of any unforeseen delays. During this window the server will be taken offline to prevent database changes during critical points in the upgrade process. Please note that web services including email will not be available during this time.
We do apologize for any inconvenience and ask that you please plan accordingly.
