- Windows Server 2008 R2 Updates
- Windows Server 2008 R2 Extended Security Updates Cost
- Windows 2008 R2 Update
- Windows Server 2008 R2 Enterprise Security Updates
- Windows 2008 R2 Security Updates Windows 10
Extended support for Windows Server 2008 and Windows Server 2008 R2 is ending on January 14, 2020. There are two modernization paths available: On-premises upgrade, or migration by rehosting in Azure. If you rehost in Azure, you can migrate your existing Server images free of charge.
Here is the complete list of hotfixes and security updates included in Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1: You may also like to read: 974431 Non Security GDR The October 2009 stability and reliability update for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 is available.
On-premises upgrade
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Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 September 2017 Security Updates. The remote Windows host is missing security update 4038779 or cumulative update 4038777. 3 more years of Extended Security Updates for SQL Server 2008 or 2008 R2 at no additional charge OR take advantage of the Azure Hybrid Benefit: The Azure Hybrid Benefit can help you save 55%. for SQL Server and up to 49%. for Windows Server by using your on-premises licenses (vs. The remote Windows host is missing security update 4507456 or cumulative update 4507449. It is, therefore, affected by multiple vulnerabilities: - A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Remote Desktop Services formerly known as Terminal Services when an authenticated attacker abuses clipboard redirection. For security updates only, customers can receive Extended Security Updates on the following products for free: SQL and Windows Server 2008/R2: Customers who move workloads to Azure Virtual Machines (IaaS) “as-is” will have free access to Extended Security Updates for both SQL Server and Windows Server 2008 and 2008 R2 for three years after the End of Support.
If you need to keep your servers on-premises, and you are running Windows Server 2008 or Windows Server 2008 R2, you will need to upgrade to Windows Server 2012/2012 R2 before you can upgrade to Windows Server 2016. As you upgrade, you still have the option to migrate to Azure by rehosting.
See Upgrading from Windows Server 2008 R2 or Windows Server 2008, for more information about your on-premises upgrade options.
If you are running Windows Server 2003, you will need to upgrade to Windows Server 2008. See upgrade paths for Windows Server 2008 for more information about your on-premises upgrade options.
Migrate to Azure
You can migrate your on-premises Windows Server 2008 and Windows Server 2008 R2 servers to Azure, where you can continue to run them on virtual machines. In Azure you'll stay compliant, become more secure, and add cloud innovation to your work. The benefits of migrating to Azure include:
- Security updates in Azure.
- Get three more years of Windows Server 2008 R2 or 2008 critical and important security updates, included at no additional charge.
- No-charge upgrades in Azure.
- Adopt more cloud services as you are ready.
- By migrating SQL Server to Azure Managed Instances or VMs, you get three more years of Windows Server 2008 R2 or 2008 critical security updates, included at no additional charge.
- Leverage existing SQL Server and Windows Server licenses for cloud savings unique to Azure.
To get started migrating, see Upload a Windows Server 2008/2008 R2 specialized image to Azure.
Windows Server 2008 R2 Updates
To help you understand how to analyze existing IT resources, assess what you have, and identify the benefits of moving specific services and applications to the cloud or keeping workloads on-premises and upgrading to the latest version of Windows Server, see Migration Guide for Windows Server.
Upgrade SQL Server 2008/2008 R2 in parallel with your Windows Servers
If you are running SQL Server 2008/2008 R2, you can upgrade to SQL Server 2016 or 2017.
Additional resources
Posted on July 12, 2018
It’s incredible how much and how rapidly technology evolves. Microsoft’s server technology is no exception. We entered the 2008 release cycle with a shift from 32-bit to 64-bit computing, the early days of server virtualization and advanced analytics. Fast forward a decade, and we find ourselves in a full-blown era of hybrid cloud computing with exciting innovation in data, artificial intelligence, and more.
I want to thank our customers for choosing SQL Server and Windows Server to run their business and trusting Microsoft to be their technology partner. I would also like to make sure we support our customers in getting ready for the future and taking maximum advantage of today’s technologies. End of support is quickly approaching for these popular 2008 releases:
- Extended Support for SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2 will end on July 9, 2019.
- Extended Support for Windows Server 2008 and 2008 R2 will end on January 14, 2020.
End of support means the end of regular security updates. With cyberattacks becoming more sophisticated and frequent, running apps and data on unsupported versions can create significant security and compliance risks. The 2008 family of products was great for its time, but we highly recommend upgrading to the most current versions for better performance, efficiency, and regular security updates.
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The upcoming end of support milestone is a great opportunity to transform your applications and infrastructure to take advantage of cloud computing and the latest versions of SQL Server and Windows Server. Customers like Allscripts rehosted dozens of applications running on thousands of virtual machines to Azure, where they can transform and develop new applications using more advanced Azure services.
We are pleased to share new options and tools to help you manage this transition to carry your organization through the next decade.
Migrate to Azure, get free Extended Security Updates
End of support is an ideal time to transform your IT estate with the cloud. But we know that it can be hard to upgrade everything before the end of support timeline. To address this need, we are pleased to announce that Extended Security Updates will be available for free in Azure for 2008 and 2008 R2 versions of SQL Server and Windows Server to help secure your workloads for three more years after the end of support deadline. You can rehost these workloads to Azure with no application code change. This gives you more time to plan your future path, including upgrading to newer versions such as SQL Server 2017 or Windows Server 2016 and utilizing the rich set of platform and data services available in Azure.
You can also move your SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2 deployments with no application code change and near zero downtime to Azure SQL Database Managed Instance. It is a fully-managed database-as-a-service solution with industry leading SLAs and does not require future upgrades. Azure SQL Database Managed Instance will be generally available in early Q4 of this calendar year.
You can use existing licenses and the Azure Hybrid Benefit to save when you migrate SQL Server and Windows Server environments to Azure Virtual Machines or to Azure SQL Database Managed Instance. With this benefit, customers with Software Assurance save up to 55 percent on the cost of running SQL Server and Windows Server in Azure.
Upgrade on-premises environments and stay protected
For apps and data that you want to keep running on-premises, we recommend that you upgrade to the latest version of SQL Server and Windows Server to get the strongest security and latest innovation. SQL Server 2017 and Windows Server 2016 are the new standard for performance and efficiency, and both include built-in security features to help you harden your platform. Now is also the time to consider refreshing your server infrastructure. Today’s servers and hyperconverged solutions can deliver important security features, as well as dramatic increases in performance and cost efficiency. Microsoft partners offer a variety of Windows Server Software Defined solutions to meet your needs in the datacenter. Or consider Azure Stack for a consistent hybrid cloud solution.
For on-premises servers that need more time to upgrade, you will be able to purchase Extended Security Updates for three more years. This option is available to customers with Software Assurance or Subscription licenses under an Enterprise Agreement enrollment and can be purchased annually to cover only the servers that require the updates. It’s a great option to continue getting security updates while you upgrade or migrate to Azure.
Get started with a visit to our End of Support Resource Center
Windows Server 2008 R2 Extended Security Updates Cost
Now that you know your options, it’s time to get started. Every good migration project begins with a good plan. Start by identifying applications that are being supported by 2008 and 2008 R2 versions of SQL Server and Windows Server, inventory the workloads, and choose the right migration and/or upgrade path for each one. Then assign the right resources and get started. To help you with your planning and migration, today we also announced innovation in our migration tools. If you have questions or need assistance, Microsoft and our partners are ready to help. For detailed guidance and resources, visit our 2008 End of Support Resource Center.
Frequently asked questions
What does End of Support for 2008 and 2008 R2 versions of SQL Server and Windows Server mean?
Microsoft Lifecycle Policy offers 10 years of support (5 years of Mainstream Support and 5 years of Extended Support) for 2008 and 2008 R2 versions of SQL Server and Windows Server. As per the policy, after the end of the Extended Support period there will be no patches or security updates, which may cause security risks. Learn more at the Microsoft Lifecycle Policy page.
What is the price for Extended Security Updates?
- In Azure: Customers running 2008 or 2008 R2 versions of SQL Server and Windows Server in Azure virtual machines will get Extended Security Updates for free.
- On-premises: Customers with active Software Assurance or subscription licenses can purchase Extended Security Updates annually for 75 percent of the full license cost of the latest version of SQL Server or Windows Server. Customers pay for only the servers they need to cover, so they can reduce costs each year as they upgrade parts of their environment.
Windows 2008 R2 Update
When can customers purchase Extended Security Updates?
Windows Server 2008 R2 Enterprise Security Updates
Extended Security Updates are now available for purchase. Contact your Microsoft reseller for pricing details.
Windows 2008 R2 Security Updates Windows 10
For more details, please refer to frequently asked questions for Extended Security Updates.