Upgrade your HPE OpenVMS on Integrity for Security and Reliability
Unlock extended support, enhanced features, and compliance-readiness with VSI OpenVMS for Integrity servers.
Why Upgrade?
Secure, Supported and Continuously Updated
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Standard Support Until 2035
Stay Secure and CompliantV8.4-2L3 is backed by standard support through 2035. HPE versions are now on prior version support without sustaining engineering, leaving your business vulnerable to unresolved bugs and emerging security threats as well as legal and operational risks associated with non-compliance with regulations such as NIS2.
Standard support includes:
- Access to VSI Support based on your tier.
- Access to updates including field test versions on the Service Portal.
- Access to the VSI Knowledge Database, a database of dozens of thousands of support cases and how-to articles.
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Regular Updates and Security Enhancements
Stay Updated with Continuous ImprovementsIn 2024, we released quarterly patches and 15+ layered product updates for Integrity. In 2025, we plan to continue this trend. You can check our Roadmap for scheduled releases. Compared to HPE OpenVMS, VSI OpenVMS V8.4-2L3 for Integrity includes:
- Security Updates: Networking (TCP/IP V6.0-27 with multiple changes in connection behavior, certificate verification; DECnet Plus V8.4-O, OpenSSH V8.9-1J, OpenSSL V3.0-15-1), vulnerability fixes, enhanced encryption API, VSI Enhanced Password Management, CRTL; time zone updates; simplified ACME logins.
- Hardware Support Updates: Support for the HPE Integrity Smart Array P441 (Q9X08A) Controller on rx2800 i4 and i6 servers, support to install and boot directly to a P441 served disk or a 16Gb HBA served disk.
- All the patch kits and updates from previous versions plus 4 new patch kits in 2024; RTL V9 kit is available for installation from the Service Portal.
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Access to 60+ Layered and Open Source Products
Expand Your System’s CapabilitiesOver 90 layered and open-source products are available for Integrity servers, including:
- Compilers and development tools
- Message Queue solutions such as ActiveMQ, RabbitMQ and ZeroMQ
- Analytics and system management solutions including VMSSPI, PERFDAT, Availability Manager
- Network products including OpenSSH, OpenSSL
- System Management tools such as Console Management, Job Management, Performance Management, and WebUI, a web-based GUI for OpenVMS
- Databases and data management solutions: MariaDB, LibPQ, SQLRelay etc.
- Backup tools: ABS and SaveSet Manager
- Code management and CI/CD tools: CMS, MMS, Git
Strengthen Compliance
Meet Compliance Requirements
Upgrade your Integrity system to align with modern cybersecurity standards.
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Improved Security Protocols
Regular updates provide robust defenses against vulnerabilities, ensuring your systems align with best practices for critical infrastructure security.
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Enhanced Encryption Standards
Incorporates updated encryption APIs, delivering stronger data protection for your organization and customers.
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Stronger Authentication Measures
Simplified ACME logins and improved password management enhance identity verification for a more secure environment.
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Reliable Software Updates
Frequent releases reduce your exposure to vulnerabilities, addressing issues promptly and minimizing risk.
Simplify Your Upgrade
Easy Migration Process
Transition seamlessly to V8.4-2L3 with minimal complexity and downtime.
Upgrading your Integrity system has never been easier. Designed to minimize disruption, the V8.4-2L3 upgrade process is clear, streamlined, and supported by comprehensive resources.
Step-by-step process:
- Compatibility Checks: Verify that your system meets the supported configurations detailed in our Upgrade Manual.
- Pre-Upgrade Preparation: Back up your system disk and ensure you’re running the latest firmware versions.
- Upgrade Execution: Follow straightforward steps to initialize or preserve existing data during installation.
Detailed upgrade instructions are provided in the Upgrade Manual, and if you need assistance, our Professional Services team is always ready to support you.

Ready to Upgrade?
Concerned about upgrading? Let’s make it simple.
We offer a free upgrade analysis and evaluation license to help you ensure a smooth transition.