Extended Security Updates are purchasable for Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 and Windows Server 2008 R2. If you need them on systems before the January 14, 2020 end of life date, read the information below:
- HOWTO: Purchase, Install & Deploy Extended Security updates for Windows 7, Windows Server 2008, & Windows Server 2008 R2
https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/Windows-IT-Pro-Blog/How-to-get-Extended-Security-Updates-for-eligible-Windows/ba-p/917807 - HOWTO: Implement software update management and OS deployment using Configuration Manager for clients covered under the Extended Support
https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/Configuration-Manager-Blog/Extended-Security-Updates-and-Configuration-Manager/ba-p/825618
Additional resources:
- How to get ESU for Windows devices
- IT Pro FAQ about the end of support for Windows 7
- Windows 7 and Office 365 ProPlus support
- SQL Server 2008/R2 and Windows Server 2008/R2 ESU FAQs
- SQL Server 2008/2008 R2 ESU resource site
- Extended Security Updates and System Center Configuration Manager
- Lifecycle FAQ overview for all ESU offerings
Test your systems for security updates once ESU licenses have been purchased:
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