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Description
To proceed with the migration from RP6 to eLux 7, please ensure that you are using the default container names:
- UC_RP6_X64 for RP6
- UC_ELUX7 for eLux 7
All necessary packages must be imported into their respective containers. In this setup, as a Scout administrator, you can use the CONTAINER macro path to simplify the migration into one step from the Scout side. The device will automatically perform two steps:
- Install RP6 with the migration enablement package
- Proceed with the migration to eLux 7
Let’s assume that your devices are running one of the following RP6 versions:
2302 LTSR, 2209 CR, 2104 LTSR CU3, or 2104 LTSR CU4. If your current version is different, please let me know and I will send you additional steps.
Steps to Follow:
In the UC_RP6_X64 container:
- Create an .idf file that includes the migration enablement package (available on myelux.com).
- Save this .idf file with a name of your choice, but ensure you use the same name when creating the eLux 7 image.
In the UC_ELUX7 container:
- Create the eLux 7 image to which you want to migrate.
- Name it identically to the RP6 image from step 1.
Ensure the following files are available in the UC_ELUX7 container:
- migrationfiles-<version>.tar.gz
- migration-system-<version>.idf
In Scout (under Device configuration - Firmware tab ):
- Set the image name (same for both RP6 and eLux 7 images).
- For the path, enter (replace the container name with __CONTAINER__, for e.x.):
eluxng/__CONTAINER__

Send the update to the device – the migration should start automatically.
Note: In order to migrate to eLux 7, RP 6 must be installed in UEFI mode, as eLux 7 supports only UEFI-based installations.
Important Note on Disk Partition Encryption option:
- If disk partition encryption is already in use on the devices:
Enable the disk Partition Encryption .fpm under the BaseOS .epm to avoid the long process of disk re-encryption.
- If disk partition encryption is not in use:
Disable the Partition Encryption .fpm in both RP6 and eLux 7 images to maintain consistency.
- Disable Partition Encryption .fpm in migration-system-7.xxx.idf
Issue/Introduction
The migration from eLux RP 6 to eLux 7 can be carried out easily via a firmware update. Below you will find details on the requirements and the procedure.
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