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Why is it important to upgrade from Windows Server 2012?
Extended support for Windows Server 2012 is ending. This means that Microsoft will no longer provide regular security updates, bug fixes, or technical support for that operating system.
To keep your operations running smoothly and safely, Beeks are enforcing a free upgrade of all instances running on Windows Server 2012 to Windows Server 2022.
The roll-out will begin with all London and New York instances before September 26, 2023.
It is crucial to note that all data held within these Windows 2012 instances will be deleted and permanently lost if no action is taken.
What happens next?
1. An email will be sent in the coming weeks to confirm when each new Windows Server 2022 instance is ready to be deployed. This email will contain a one-click option to generate a new instance that will be active for 14 days.
- By clicking this option within the 14-day timeframe, Beeks will instantly generate your new Windows Server 2022 instance
- If no action is taken within 14 days, Beeks will automatically generate a new instance
2. An email will be sent to confirm the new instance is ready
3. Tenants will have 14-days from the receipt of this email to transfer their applications and data from the existing Windows Server 2012 instance to the new one.
IMPORTANT: After 14 days all data held within the old instance will be deleted and permanently lost.
When can I upgrade my VPS?
Recipients will have 14 days from receipt of the one-click option email to manage the upgrade of their Windows 2012 instance(s).
What happens if I don’t do anything?
If no action is taken after 14 days, Beeks will automatically create a new Windows Server 2022 instance. The existing Windows Server 2012 instance will be deleted within 14-days from the creation of the new instance.
It is crucial to note that all data held within the old instance will be deleted and permanently lost if no action is taken.
Will my data be copied to the new instance automatically?
No. It is the responsibility of each tenant to migrate their data to the new server.
Once the new server is live, there will be a period of 14 days to transfer data before the old server is deleted.
We recommend promptly moving all data within this timeframe to ensure a smooth transition, prevent any data loss and avoid any workflow disruptions.
Can I get an extension?
No. There will be a hard deadline of 14-days from the date the new server is live to transfer all applications and data from the existing Windows Server 2012 instance to the new one.
IMPORTANT: After 14 days all data held within the old instance will be deleted and permanently lost.
Will my new VPS have the same specs (CPU, memory, disk) as the old one?
Yes. All new instances will include – at least – the same package configuration (gold, silver or bronze).
Some of the upgraded instances will have minor upgrades to specifications such as increased CPU, memory, and disk space. There will be a minimum 2GB memory on all new instances.
Will there be changes to my billing?
All minimum standard upgrades are free of charge.
Billing will remain the same and there are no additional charges for the upgrade to the new operating system.
In addition, please rest assured that there will be no extra charges for running the old and new instances in parallel during the 14-day transition period.
NB If your usage is greater than your current plan, you will be moved to the correct plan and subject to a change in billing.
Will my new VPS be set up in the same location as my existing one?
Yes. For example, if the VPS is currently located in London, the new instance will also be hosted in London.
Can I move to Windows Server 2016 or Windows Server 2019 instead?
No. There are no plans in place to support one-click migration to Windows Server 2016 or Windows Server 2019.
Will this affect my Windows Server 2016 or Windows Server 2019 instance?
No. The enforced upgrade is only applicable to virtual machines running on Windows Server 2012 or older.
While there will be uninterrupted usage on later Windows operating systems, we strongly recommend considering an upgrade to the newest operating system to avoid similar interruptions in the future.