Windows Server 2012
Windows Server 2012 follows the Fixed Lifecycle Policy.
This applies to the following editions: Datacenter, Essentials, External Connector, for Embedded Systems, Foundation, Standard
Support Dates
| Listing | Start Date | Mainstream End Date | Extended End Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows Server 2012 | 10/30/2012 | 10/09/2018 | 10/10/2023 |
Releases
| Version | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Extended Security Update Year 3 | 10/14/2025 | 10/13/2026 |
| Extended Security Update Year 2 | 10/08/2024 | 10/14/2025 |
| Extended Security Update Year 1 | 10/10/2023 | 10/08/2024 |
| Original Release | 10/30/2012 | 10/10/2023 |
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Note
Mainstream and Extended support for this product has been extended to provide customers with the standard lifecycle transition timeline. Windows Server Essentials released on January 2, 2013.
Editions
- Datacenter
- Essentials
- External Connector
- for Embedded Systems
- Foundation
- Standard