Microsoft server applications compatibility for Windows Server
We understand that application compatibility is one of the top reasons that customers choose Windows Server. Throughout the Windows Server development cycle, Microsoft regularly tests a large suite of Microsoft and non-Microsoft applications to ensure our products are compatible with as many applications as possible. These tests cover a wide range of non-Microsoft enterprise applications, including development tools, graphics tools, security tools, business office suites, storage management, antivirus, backup or recovery, and utilities.
The following table lists Microsoft server applications that support installation and functionality on Window Server. This information is for quick reference and isn't intended to replace the individual product specifications, requirements, announcements, or general communications of each individual server application. Refer to official documentation for each product to fully understand compatibility and options.
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If you're a software vendor partner looking for more information on Windows Server compatibility with non-Microsoft applications, visit the Commercial App Certification portal.
| Product | Supported on Server Core | Supported on Server with Desktop Experience | Product Web Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration Manager (version 2409) | ✅² | ✅ | Support for Windows Server 2025 |
| Exchange Server | ✅ | ✅ | Exchange Server supportability matrix |
| Microsoft 365 Apps | ❌ | ✅ | Windows and Office configuration support matrix |
| Project Server Subscription Edition | ✅ | ✅ | Software requirements for Project Server Subscription Edition |
| SharePoint Server Subscription Edition | ✅ | ✅ | System requirements for SharePoint Server Subscription edition |
| SQL Server 2019 | ✅¹ | ✅ | Hardware and Software Requirements for Installing SQL Server 2019 |
| SQL Server 2022 | ✅¹ | ✅ | Hardware and Software Requirements for Installing SQL Server 2022 |
| System Center Data Protection Manager | ✅¹ | ✅ | Preparing your environment for System Center Data Protection Manager |
| System Center Operations Manager | ✅¹ | ✅ | System requirements for System Center Operations Manager |
| System Center Virtual Machine Manager | ✅¹ | ✅ | System requirements for System Center Virtual Machine Manager |
Might have limitations or require the Server Core App Compatibility Feature on Demand (FOD). For more information, see specific product or Feature on Demand documentation.
Yes, as a managed client and distribution point but not as a site server.
Might have limitations or require the Server Core App Compatibility Feature on Demand (FOD). For more information, see specific product or Feature on Demand documentation.
Yes, as a managed client and distribution point but not as a site server.
Yes as a backup workload but not as a Data Protection Manager server.
Yes as an agent but not as a Management Server.
Might have limitations or require the Server Core App Compatibility Feature on Demand (FOD). For more information, see specific product or Feature on Demand documentation.
Yes, as a managed client and distribution point but not as a site server.