Windows Server Semi-Annual Channel

Windows Server Semi-Annual Channel follows the Modern Lifecycle Policy.

This applies to the following editions: Datacenter, Standard

Support dates are shown in the Pacific Time Zone (PT) - Redmond, WA, USA.

Support Dates

Listing Start Date Retirement Date
Windows Server Semi-Annual Channel

Releases

Version Start Date End Date
Version 20H2
Version 2004
Version 1909
Version 1903
Version 1809
Version 1803
Version 1709

Links

Note

Containers released with the Windows Server versions listed above follow the same Lifecycle dates. Navigate to the base image servicing page at Windows container base image servicing lifecycles for more details.

Note

Windows Server, version 1809 was re-released on November 13, 2018. Support dates have been adjusted accordingly.

Note

Beginning in September 2023, Windows Server has two primary release channels available: the Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) and the Annual Channel (AC). The Long-Term Servicing Channel provides a longer-term option focusing on stability, whereas the Annual Channel provides more frequent releases.

Editions

  • Datacenter
  • Standard