Microsoft has released Windows Server vNext Preview Build 29659, featuring major updates such as Trusted Launch for Generation 2 virtual machines, Quick Machine Recovery, and NVMe-over-Fabrics protocols. Insiders must perform a clean installation as upgrades from older builds are not supported, and there is a known issue with the flighting label incorrectly displaying "Windows 11" during setup. The new features aim to address critical pain points for enterprise administrators, although initial implementations require manual processes. Users can download the build from the Microsoft website, but must be registered as Insiders and use specific preview keys that will expire in October 2027
Windows Server vNext Preview Build 29659 Arrives with Trusted Launch, Quick Recovery, and NVMe-oF
Microsoft has released Windows Server vNext Preview Build 29659, the latest snapshot for its upcoming LTSC release, though it continues to carry the Windows Server 2025 branding. The build rolls out with significant datacenter upgrades, adding Trusted Launch for Generation 2 VMs, cloud-powered Quick Machine Recovery, and dual NVMe-over-Fabrics protocols. Insiders must perform a clean install since upgrades from builds older than 29531 are blocked, though a temporary flighting label bug currently displays "Windows 11" during setup.
