Microsoft Windows Server Core 2012-r2 end of life (EOL) date and support status
End of life End of life since 2023-10-10 (1094 days ago)
Upgrade: Microsoft Windows Server Core 2012-r2 no longer receives fixes. Supported cycles: 2025, 2022, 2019, 2016.
| Product | Microsoft Windows Server Core |
|---|---|
| Version cycle | 2012-r2 |
| Status | End of life |
| Released | 2013-11-25 |
| LTS | yes |
| Active support until | 2018-10-09 |
| End of life | 2023-10-10 |
| Latest version | 6.3.9600 |
| Last verified | 2026-10-08 |
All Microsoft Windows Server Core versions → · Source: endoflife.date
Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft Windows Server Core 2012-r2 end of life?
Yes. End of life since 2023-10-10 (1094 days ago). It no longer receives security or bug fixes.
When does Microsoft Windows Server Core 2012-r2 reach end of life?
Microsoft Windows Server Core 2012-r2 reached end of life on 2023-10-10.
When was Microsoft Windows Server Core 2012-r2 released?
Microsoft Windows Server Core 2012-r2 was first released on 2013-11-25.
What is the latest Microsoft Windows Server Core 2012-r2 version?
The latest 2012-r2 release is 6.3.9600.
Is Microsoft Windows Server Core 2012-r2 an LTS release?
Yes.
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