Uninstall SCM
Uninstalling Orion Platform products may require uninstalling files and editing registries. For technical assistance, contact SolarWinds Support.
You may need to uninstall SolarWinds SCM and other products to resolve issues or to move to a new server during a migration.
Before you begin
Prior to uninstalling, SolarWinds recommends the following preparation:
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Back up the existing database |
To preserve your data, back up your database(s). If you need help with your backup, check your vendor's site for documentation and instructions. If your database is on a VM, create a snapshot or copy of your VM. If you need software to perform backups and maintenance for Microsoft SQL databases, you can install SQL Server Management Studio Express for your specific version of Microsoft SQL on your database server. Use one of the following links to download it: |
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Back up product folders |
Create copies and backups of your product folders. You may have customizations in these folders specific to your installations. For example, save custom code or reports. |
Uninstall SCM
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Delete files from the following locations to fully clear all files. If you installed the Orion server on a different domain, look on that location instead of C:\.
To uninstall MSSQL, PostgreSQL and MariaDB drivers, go to Control Panel\Programs\Programs and Features and delete them.
To uninstall Oracle, run C:\Program Files (x86)\SolarWinds\Orion\SCM\OracleODBCDriver\odbc_uninstall.exe and remove the C:\Program Files (x86)\SolarWinds\Orion\SCM\OracleODBCDriver directory. |
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SolarWinds strongly recommends that you back up your registry before editing your system registry. You should edit the registry only if you are experienced and confident in doing so. Using a registry editor incorrectly can cause serious issues with your OS, which could require you to reinstall your OS to correct them. SolarWinds cannot guarantee resolutions to any damage resulting from making registry edits. For assistance, contact Support.
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Restart the server. Use the SolarWinds Orion Installer to reinstall SCM and other products. |
Uninstall the entire Orion Platform deployment
To remove the entire Orion Platform deployment, see the following article.