Description
Extended Security Update (ESU) subscription for SQL Server 2016 Standard Edition that protects servers for up to three years after the support lifecycle ends. This Year 3 license covers the period from July 15, 2028 to July 14, 2029 for a 2-core pack. ESUs offer critical security patches only—no new features, no performance boosts, and no non-security bug fixes.</description>
<parameter name="specification">Product: SQL Server 2016 Standard Edition ESU Year 3 (Jul 15 2028 - Jul 14 2029)
Edition: Standard
License Type: Extended Security Update (ESU) subscription
Core Pack: 2 cores
Coverage Period: Year 3 (third year of three-year ESU program)
Coverage Dates: July 15, 2028 - July 14, 2029
Update Type: Critical security patches only
Support Level: No technical support included
