Market updates
Dated notes on the changes that affect buying servers, storage and networking: end-of-support dates, new generations and what they mean for refurbished and used hardware. Every update lists the manufacturer sources it is based on.
AMD EPYC 9006 "Venice" Launched in July 2026: What It Means for EPYC 9004, 9005 and 7003 Servers
AMD launched EPYC 9006 "Venice" on July 23, 2026, on new SP7 and SP8 platforms. What changes for buyers of EPYC 9004, 9005 and 7003 servers and parts.
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Windows Server 2016 End of Support on January 12, 2027: What It Means for Your Servers
Windows Server 2016 extended support ends January 12, 2027. The dates, the paid security update option, and what to check before moving older servers to Windows Server 2025.
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