1. Windows Server Release Cadence
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Windows Server Release Cadence
Jeff Woolsey, Principal PM
Windows Server/Hybrid Cloud
@wsv_guy
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2. Windows Server Cadence
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Windows Server Cadence
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3. Windows Server Consistent 2-3 year release cadence
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Windows Server Consistent 2-3 year release cadence
Windows
Server 2003
Windows Server 2003 R2
Windows
Server 2008
Windows Server 2008 R2
Windows
Server 2012
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4. Windows Server Consistent 2-3 year release cadence
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Windows Server Consistent 2-3 year release cadence
Windows
Server 2003
Windows
Server 2008
Windows
Server 2012
Windows Server 2003 R2
Windows Server 2008 R2
Customer Comments/Escalations:
Microsoft, you’re too slow. We require faster releases.
We need innovation faster in hardware, security, application platforms, features, etc.
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5. 11/13/ :03 AM
Guess what we did?
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6. Windows Server 2012 R2 You asked for speed…
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Windows Server 2012 R2 You asked for speed…
Windows Server 2012 R2
11 Months
Windows
Server 2003
Windows
Server 2008
Windows
Server 2012
Windows Server 2003 R2
Windows Server 2008 R2
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7. Windows Server 2012 R2 11 Months Windows Server 2003 Windows
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Windows Server 2012 R2
11 Months
Windows
Server 2003
Windows
Server 2008
Windows
Server 2012
Windows Server 2003 R2
Windows Server 2008 R2
Windows Server 2012 R2
Customer Comments/Escalations:
We just got Windows Server 2012 deployed and here’s Windows Server 2012 R2!
Microsoft, SLOW DOWN!
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8. Windows Server 2016 11 Months Windows Server 2003 Windows Server 2008
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Windows Server 2016
11 Months
Windows
Server 2003
Windows
Server 2008
Windows
Server 2012
Windows
Server 2016
Windows Server 2003 R2
Windows Server 2008 R2
Windows Server 2012 R2
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9. There are two deployment patterns…
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There are two deployment patterns…
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“I need consistency. I need a long term release with predictable security/quality updates (not features) as needed.”
“I need agility.
I need access to the latest innovation for cloud apps and hardware advancements.”
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11. Bimodal IT
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“I need consistency. I need a long term release with predictable security/quality updates (not features) as needed.”
“I need agility.
I need access to the latest innovation for cloud apps and hardware advancements.”
Mode 1
Mode 2
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12. Traditional Workloads:
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Agile Workloads:
Modernizing existing apps
New Apps in Containers
Infrastructure:
Hyper-V
Scale-Out File Server
Traditional Workloads:
SAP
Oracle
Exchange Server
Custom LOB Workload
Mode 1
Mode 2
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13. Windows Server LTSC Traditional release cadence (Mode 1)
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Windows Server LTSC Traditional release cadence (Mode 1)
Windows
Server 2016
Windows
Server N+1 LTSC
Windows
Server N+2 LTSC
Release every 2–3 years
5 years mainstream support + 5 years extended support
(May add 6 years extended support with Premium Assurance)
Monthly updates for security & quality
Available through all channels
Windows Server with Desktop | Windows Server Core
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14. Microsoft Build 2016
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Windows Server Semi-Annual Channel (SAC) Agile release cadence (Mode 2)
1609
1703*
1709
18xx
18xx
19xx
19xx
20xx
20xx
Release every 6 months with new features
18 months support
Monthly updates for security & quality
Software Assurance Benefit
Windows Server Core | Nano Server
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15. Windows Server LTSC & SAC Two Channels for maximum flexibility
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Windows Server LTSC & SAC Two Channels for maximum flexibility
Windows Server LTSC
Windows
Server 2016
Windows
Server N+1 LTSC
Windows
Server N+2 LTSC
Windows Server SAC
1609
1703*
1709
18xx
18xx
19xx
19xx
20xx
20xx
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16. Windows Server LTSC & SAC Two Channels for maximum flexibility
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Windows Server LTSC & SAC Two Channels for maximum flexibility
Windows Server LTSC
Windows
Server 2016
Windows
Server N+1 LTSC
Windows
Server N+2 LTSC
Windows Server SAC
1609
1703*
1709
18xx
18xx
19xx
19xx
20xx
20xx
Innovation
Innovation
Innovation
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17. Windows Server LTSC & SAC Two Channels for maximum flexibility
Microsoft Build 2016
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Windows Server LTSC & SAC Two Channels for maximum flexibility
Windows Server LTSC
Windows
Server 2016
Windows
Server N+1 LTSC
Windows
Server N+2 LTSC
Windows Server SAC
1609
1703*
1709
18xx
18xx
19xx
19xx
20xx
20xx
Innovation
Innovation
Innovation
Innovation
Innovation
Innovation
Innovation
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18. Q: What’s the status of GUI for Windows Server?
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Q: What’s the status of GUI for Windows Server?
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19. Use the right tool for the right job
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Use the right tool for the right job
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20. 11/13/ :03 AM
A: GUIs are great. CLIs are great. Use the one that makes sense. We are improving both…
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26. Honolulu & Windows Server LTSC/SAC
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Honolulu & Windows Server LTSC/SAC
Windows Server LTSC
Windows
Server 2016
Windows
Server N+1 LTSC
Windows
Server N+2 LTSC
Honolulu
Windows Server SAC
1609
1703*
1709
18xx
18xx
19xx
19xx
20xx
20xx
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27. Frequently Asked Questions…
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Frequently Asked Questions…
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28. Q: Do you have one slide that encapsulates LTSC and SAC?
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Q: Do you have one slide that encapsulates LTSC and SAC?
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29. Long-Term Servicing Channel
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Long-Term Servicing Channel
Semi-Annual Channel
RECOMMENDED SCENARIOS
General purpose file servers, first and third-party workloads, traditional, apps, and other infrastructure roles
Containerized applications and container hosts and Hyper-converged hosts benefiting from faster innovation
NEW RELEASE
Every 2–3 years
Every 6 months
5 years of Mainstream support +5 years of Extended support
SUPPORTED FOR
18 months
All available Windows Server editions
EDITIONS
Standard and Datacenter
WHO CAN USE
All customers through all channels
Software Assurance and Cloud customers only
Server Core and Server with Desktop Experience
INSTALLATION OPTIONS
Server Core and Nano Server container image
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30. 11/13/ :03 AM
Q: Is the Semi-Annual Channel Windows Server, version 1709 a new release of Windows Server 2016? Can I upgrade/sidegrade from the LTSC to the SAC and vice versa? A: No. Windows Server 2016 (LTSC) and Windows Server, version 1709 (SAC) are different products, thus a reinstall is needed.
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31. 11/13/ :03 AM
Q: Do I have to choose a particular channel? Can I only use LTSC or only use SAC? A: No. You should the appropriate channel for your needs. You can absolutely mix and match. Use LTSC for your SQL/Oracle/SAP Servers and use SAC for you new cloud apps that are mining your databases…
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32. 11/13/ :03 AM
Q: What’s the patching story for LTSC and Semi-Annual Channel? A: It’s the same. Microsoft delivers monthly Cumulative Updates (CUs).
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33. 11/13/ :03 AM
Q: How do containers get updated? Do you run Windows Update in the container? A: Microsoft updates the Windows Server Core and Nano Server version 1709 images each patch cycle. Customers simply rebuild the container with the newer image.
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34. 11/13/ :03 AM
Q: Can my customer get early access to upcoming Windows Server builds? A: Yes! Through the Windows Server Insider Program.
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35. Windows Server preview builds
Get early access to Windows Server builds:
Participate in a rapid development cycle - test new features before they are released
Provide feedback that can impact product quality and features
Engage with IT Pros and experts in the Windows Server Insider Tech Community
Resolve critical issues faster
Join the Windows Insiders program:
Join the conversation in the Tech Community:

36. 11/13/ :03 AM
Q: Honolulu? Where can I learn more? How much will it cost? Can I manage Windows Servers in Azure? What are the system requirements?
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37. Honolulu FAQ Cost Browse using Installs on Manages Security
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Honolulu FAQ
Cost
Browse using
Installs on
Manages
Connectivity
Free!
Edge
Chrome
Windows 10
Windows Server, version 1709
Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2012 R2*
Windows Server, version 1709
Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2012 R2
Windows Server 2012
MS Hyper-V Server 2016
Azure not required
Internet not required
AD not required
Security
Configuration
Positioning
Feedback
Extensions
HTTPS
LAPS
Delegation
IIS not required
Agents not required
SQL not required
WMF 5.1 required on WS 2012 and 2012 R2
Evolution of “in-box” tools
Complementary to RSAT, SC and OMS
Upvotes via UserVoice
Early alpha SDK in private preview
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38. https://aka.ms/ProjectHonolulu
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39. 11/13/ :03 AM
Thank you!
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