# Upgrading the SMC configuration overview

All SMC components must be upgraded at the same time. Before upgrading, make sure that SMC licenses are up to date.

Follow these general steps to upgrade the SMC.

1. Obtain the installation files and check the installation file integrity.
2. (If automatic license upgrades have been disabled) Upgrade the licenses.
3. Upgrade all components that work as parts of the same SMC.
4. (Multiple Management Servers only) Synchronize the management database between the Management Servers.
5. Upgrade the Management Clients that are installed locally on workstations.

   If you are using the Management Client in a web browser through SMC Web Access, there is no need to upgrade.