Windows Server 2012/R2 is end of life in less than 2 weeks at the time of this post.
Additionally, for those looking for “MAK Keys” to enable “Extended Security Updates” (ESUs) as was done with Windows Server 2008, they are not available.
Q: But what about Microsoft’s documentation that implies I can still get a MAK key?
The language used referencing the availability of MAK keys was for Windows Server 2008. Today, there are no “Extended Security Update” SKUs to purchase from the commercial price list used by resellers on behalf of customers with Enterprise Agreements or Select.
In English, there’s no “Extended Security Updates” to buy from your reseller to put on your Microsoft contract. Go ahead. Ask them.
Q: So what does one do if your Windows Server 2012 VMs/Servers have no direct connection to Azure Arc?
Customers need to set up a proxy gateway, enabling your servers to specifically communicate with Azure Arc. If you do not have one established, you’ll need to get one working before October 10, 2023.
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