We have a repository on a Windows Server 2003 machine (32-bit) that is running VisualSVN Server v2.1.1 (circa 2010). We are in the process of setting up a Windows Server 2012 machine (64-bit) and preparing to migrate that repository. We'll be installing the latest version of VisualSVN Server and would like to make the transition as smooth as possible.
I have found information on upgrading versions when staying on the same machine (https://www.visualsvn.com/support/topic/00116/). And have also found information on moving from one installation to another (Migrating Visual SVN Server from one Windows install to another)
I have not found anything on doing both at the same time. The last version that supports Windows Server 2003 is v2.7.14 so I figure that is as far as I can go in upgrades on the existing installation. I am concerned about losing the file history and associated revision notes and want to do anything I can to preserve them.
Does anyone have experience with moving a repository to a new OS and jumping several versions at the same time?
Thanks in advance!