Installing, Migrating and Upgrading Kafka Required Role: The steps required to install or upgrade Kafka vary based on the version of Cloudera Manager you are using. This section describes several possible installation and upgrade scenarios. Before you install, review the Release Notes, particularly: What's New in Cloudera Distribution of Apache Kafka? Cloudera Distribution of Apache Kafka Requirements and Supported Versions Known Issues in Cloudera Distribution of Apache Kafka In addition, make sure to also review the Kafka Product Compatibility Matrix. Continue reading: Installing or Upgrading Kafka Migrating from Apache Kafka to Cloudera Distribution of Apache Kafka Cloudera Distribution of Apache Kafka Version and Packaging Information Installing or Upgrading Kafka