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XP Pro SP2 |
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XP Pro SP3 |
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Embed POSReady 2009 |
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Vista |
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Prohibited |
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Prohibited |
Vista SP1 |
Unapproved |
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Prohibited |
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Prohibited |
Vista SP2 |
Prohibited |
Prohibited |
Prohibited |
Prohibited |
Prohibited |
Prohibited |
Prohibited |
Prohibited |
Prohibited |
Prohibited |
Prohibited |
Prohibited |
Windows 7 |
Unapproved |
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Windows 7 SP1 |
Approved w/Constraints [5] |
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Approved w/Constraints [6] |
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Approved w/Constraints [6] |
Approved w/Constraints [6] |
Approved w/Constraints [6] |
Approved w/Constraints [6, 7] |
Approved w/Constraints [7, 8] |
Approved w/Constraints [7, 9] |
Approved w/Constraints [7, 10] |
Embedded POSReady 7 |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
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Windows 8 |
Prohibited |
Prohibited |
Prohibited |
Prohibited |
Prohibited |
Prohibited |
Prohibited |
Prohibited |
Prohibited |
Prohibited |
Prohibited |
Prohibited |
Windows 8.1 |
Approved w/Constraints [1, 5] |
Approved w/Constraints [1, 5] |
Approved w/Constraints [1, 5] |
Approved w/Constraints [1, 6] |
Approved w/Constraints [1, 6] |
Approved w/Constraints [1, 6] |
Approved w/Constraints [1, 6] |
Approved w/Constraints [1, 6] |
Approved w/Constraints [1, 6, 7] |
Approved w/Constraints [1, 7, 8] |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Embedded Handheld6.5 |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
Unapproved |
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Win 10 (LTSB 1507) |
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Win 10 (LTSB 1607) |
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Win 10 (LTSC 1809) |
Unapproved |
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Windows 10 (FU 1709) |
Approved w/Constraints [1, 5] |
Approved w/Constraints [1, 5] |
Approved w/Constraints [1, 5] |
Approved w/Constraints [1, 6] |
Approved w/Constraints [1, 6] |
Approved w/Constraints [1, 6] |
Approved w/Constraints [1, 6] |
Approved w/Constraints [1, 6] |
Approved w/Constraints [1, 6, 7] |
Approved w/Constraints [1, 7, 8] |
Approved w/Constraints [7, 9] |
Approved w/Constraints [7, 10] |
Windows 10 (FU 1803) |
Unapproved |
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Approved w/Constraints [1, 7, 9] |
Approved w/Constraints [1, 7, 10] |
Windows 10 (FU 1809) |
Unapproved |
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Windows 10 (FU 1903) |
Unapproved |
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Windows 10 (FU 1909) |
Unapproved |
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Windows 10 (FU 2004) |
Unapproved |
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Windows 10 (FU 20H2) |
Unapproved |
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Windows 10 (FU 21H1) |
Unapproved |
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Windows 10 (FU 21H2) |
Unapproved |
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Windows 10 (FU 22H2) |
Unapproved |
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Windows 11 (FU 21H2) |
Unapproved |
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Windows 11 (FU 22H2) |
Unapproved |
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Unapproved |
| | [1] | This Technology is currently being evaluated, reviewed, and tested in controlled environments. Use of this technology is strictly controlled and not available for use within the general population. | | [2] | Product must remain patched and operated in accordance with Federal and Department security and privacy policies and guidelines. Configuration and deployment standards for Windows desktop images which are defined and maintained by the Client Services organization within VA Enterprise Systems Engineering must be followed and adhered to unless an appropriate waiver is granted by Client Services or the Architecture Engineering Review Board (AERB).
The use of Windows BitLocker disc encryption that is integrated into the Windows Operating System is not allowed without a waiver from the Client Services organization within VA Enterprise Systems Engineering or the AERB. | | [3] | Product must remain patched and operated in accordance with Federal and Department security and privacy policies and guidelines. Configuration and deployment standards for Windows Client (desktop) images which are defined and maintained by the Client Services organization within VA Enterprise Systems Engineering must be followed and adhered to unless an appropriate waiver is granted by the Architecture Engineering Review Board (AERB).
No new installs of deprecated versions are allowed. The installation of Windows Vista is currently prohibited. Windows 8 and 8.1 are currently not approved for production except as part of an official Enterprise System Engineering (ESE) production pilot or production test of the these versions as approved by ESE Client Services or an AERB waiver while under evaluation.
The use of Windows BitLocker disc encryption that is integrated into the Windows Client versions is not allowed without a waiver from the AERB.
The use of Remote Server Administration Tools for approved Windows Client versions is approved for use following the configuration and deployment standards maintained by the ESE Client Services organization. | | [4] | Product must remain patched and operated in accordance with Federal and Department security and privacy policies and guidelines. Configuration and deployment standards for Windows Client (desktop) images which are defined and maintained by the Client Services organization within VA Enterprise Systems Engineering must be followed and adhered to unless an appropriate waiver is granted by the Architecture Engineering Review Board (AERB).
The Windows Virtual PC component of Windows 7 is approved for use, but all older named editions of this component (Microsoft Virtual PC 2007, Microsoft Virtual PC 2004, and Connectix Virtual PC) are prohibited from use.
The use of Windows BitLocker disc encryption that is integrated into the Windows Client versions is not allowed without an AERB waiver.
No new installs of Deprecated Versions are allowed. Windows XP becomes TRM unapproved on 4/8/2015 when VA`s extended support contract expires. The installation of Windows Vista and Windows 8 is currently prohibited. Windows 10 is in planning and only Enterprise System Engineering (ESE) Client Services may use the technology at this time for planning purposes. Windows 8.1 is currently not approved for production except as part of an official ESE production pilot or production test of this version as approved by ESE Client Services or an AERB waiver while under evaluation. No production deployment dates for Windows 8.1 or 10 have been set as of this writing. | | [5] | Product must remain patched and operated in accordance with Federal and Department security and privacy policies and guidelines. Configuration and deployment standards for Windows Client (desktop) images which are defined and maintained by the Client Services organization within VA Enterprise Systems Engineering must be followed and adhered to unless an appropriate waiver is granted by the Architecture Engineering Review Board (AERB).
The Windows Virtual PC component of Windows 7 is approved for use, but all older named editions of this component (Microsoft Virtual PC 2007, Microsoft Virtual PC 2004, and Connectix Virtual PC) are prohibited from use.
The use of Windows BitLocker disc encryption that is integrated into the Windows Client versions can only be used when configured with the required enterprise settings and centralized management per the Windows configuration baseline. See the reference section for more information on Windows baselines. Contact ESE Client Services (Mail: VA IT Engineering CS Desktop Technologies Team) for more information on the use of BitLocker.
No new installs of Deprecated Versions are allowed. The installation of Windows Vista and Windows 8 is currently prohibited. Windows 10 is in planning and only Enterprise System Engineering (ESE) Client Services may use the technology at this time for planning purposes. Windows 8.1 is currently not approved for production except as part of an official ESE production pilot or production test of this version as approved by ESE Client Services or an AERB waiver while under evaluation. No production deployment dates for Windows 8.1 or 10 have been set as of this writing. | | [6] | Product must remain patched and operated in accordance with Federal and Department security and privacy policies and guidelines. Configuration and deployment standards for Windows Client (desktop) images which are defined and maintained by the Client Services organization within VA Enterprise Systems Engineering must be followed and adhered to unless an appropriate waiver is granted by the Architecture Engineering Review Board (AERB).
The Windows Virtual PC component of Windows 7 is approved for use, but all older named editions of this component (Microsoft Virtual PC 2007, Microsoft Virtual PC 2004, and Connectix Virtual PC) are prohibited from use.
The use of Windows BitLocker disc encryption that is integrated into the Windows Client versions can only be used when configured with the required enterprise settings and centralized management per the Windows configuration baseline. See the reference section for more information on Windows baselines. Contact ESE Client Services (Mail: VA IT Engineering CS Desktop Technologies Team) for more information on the use of BitLocker.
No new installs of Deprecated Versions are allowed. The installation of Windows Vista and Windows 8 is currently prohibited. Windows 10 is in Evaluation and only Enterprise System Engineering (ESE) Client Services may use the technology at this time for evaluation purposes. Windows 8.1 is currently not approved for production except as part of an official ESE production pilot or production test of this version as approved by ESE Client Services or an AERB waiver while under evaluation. No production deployment dates for Windows 8.1 or 10 have been set as of this writing. | | [7] | Due to National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) identified security vulnerabilities, extra vigilance should be applied to ensure the versions remain properly patched to mitigate known and future vulnerabilities. The local ISO can provide assistance in reviewing the NIST vulnerabilities. | | [8] | Product must remain patched and operated in accordance with Federal and Department security and privacy policies and guidelines. Configuration and deployment standards for Windows Client (desktop) images which are defined and maintained by the Endpoint Engineering organization within VA Solution Delivery must be followed and adhered to unless an appropriate waiver is granted by the STAT Board.
The Windows Virtual PC component of Windows 7 is approved for use, but all older named editions of this component (Microsoft Virtual PC 2007, Microsoft Virtual PC 2004, and Connectix Virtual PC) are prohibited from use.
The use of Windows BitLocker disc encryption that is integrated into the Windows Client versions can only be used when configured with the required enterprise settings and centralized management per the Windows configuration baseline. See the reference section for more information on Windows baselines.
No new installs of Deprecated Versions are allowed. The installation of Windows Vista and Windows 8 is currently prohibited. Windows 10 is in Evaluation and only Solution Delivery may use the technology at this time for evaluation purposes. Windows 8.1 is being removed from the VA environment because Windows 10 will be the next Windows Client standard. No production deployment date for Windows 10 has been set as of this writing. | | [9] | Product must remain patched and operated in accordance with Federal and Department security and privacy policies and guidelines. Configuration and deployment standards for Windows Client (desktop) baselines which are defined and maintained by the Endpoint Engineering organization within VA Solution Delivery must be followed and adhered to unless an appropriate waiver is granted by the STAT Board.
The Windows Virtual PC component of Windows 7 is not approved for use, and all older named editions of this component (Microsoft Virtual PC 2007, Microsoft Virtual PC 2004, and Connectix Virtual PC) are prohibited from use.
The use of Windows BitLocker disc encryption that is integrated into the Windows Client versions can only be used when configured with the required enterprise settings and centralized management per the Windows configuration baseline. See the reference section for more information on Windows baselines.
No new installs of Deprecated Versions are allowed. The installation of Windows Vista and Windows 8 is currently prohibited. Windows 10 is in IOC Testing and there is limited deployment and testing at other non-IOC sites. The production deployment date for Windows 10 is tentatively scheduled to start in October 2018 and last 18 months. The exact schedule is not published. | | [10] | This product must remain patched and operated in accordance with Federal and Department security and privacy policies and guidelines. Configuration and deployment standards for Windows Client (desktop) baselines which are defined and maintained by the Endpoint Engineering organization within VA Solution Delivery must be followed and adhered to unless an appropriate waiver is granted by the STAT Board.
The Windows Virtual PC component of Windows 7 is not approved for use, and all older named editions of this component (Microsoft Virtual PC 2007, Microsoft Virtual PC 2004, and Connectix Virtual PC) are prohibited from use.
The use of Windows BitLocker disc encryption that is integrated into the Windows Client versions can only be used when configured with the required enterprise settings and centralized management per the Windows configuration baseline. See the reference section for more information on Windows baselines.
No new installs of Deprecated Versions are allowed. The installation of Windows Vista and Windows 8 is currently prohibited. Windows 10 is in IOC Testing and there is limited deployment and testing at other non-IOC sites. The production deployment date for Windows 10 is tentatively scheduled to start in October 2018 and last 18 months. The exact schedule is not published. |
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At the time of writing, Windows 11 (FU 22H2) is the latest released version but has not been approved for general use at this time. A standard configuration of this technology was developed by the DDE team. The standard version is Windows 10 (FU22H2). |