Can we do inplace upgrade for Windows server2008 R2 ENT to 2012 R2 STD?

Question

I am having 2008 R2 Enterprise and need to upgrade to 2012 R2 STD, is it possible to upgrade to different edition?

Answer 1

@Suresh Ramasamy
Hi,
Yes, you can.
For details, including important caveats and limitations on upgrade, license conversion between editions of Windows Server 2012 R2, and conversion of evaluation editions to retail, see Upgrade Options for Windows Server 2012 R2.
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/get-started/installation-and-upgrade#upgrading-to-windows-server-2012-r2

Hope above information can help you.

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Answer 2

Yes, it is possible.
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/get-started/installation-and-upgrade#upgrading-to-windows-server-2012-r2

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