COMING SOON! VMware vSphere 7 EoGS: Upgrade Now!

October 2, 2025 Deadline Signals Urgent Action for IT Teams

Introduction

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Modern enterprises, and business of all sizes, are built on pillars of reliability, security, and scalability. For many organizations, VMware vSphere has been the foundation supporting critical workloads and applications for decades. However, change is inevitable in technology, and the upcoming End of General Support (EoGS) for VMware vSphere 7 marks a crucial milestone.

End of General Support (EoGS): What Does It Mean?

End of General Support is a key lifecycle milestone in any technology product, indicating that the vendor will no longer provide technical support, security patches, or software updates for the specified product version.

VMware vSphere 7 EoGS on October 2, 2025:

  • No More Security Updates: Critical vulnerabilities will not be patched, leaving systems exposed to new and evolving threats.
  • No Technical Support: VMware will discontinue official support channels, creating challenges for troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.
  • Compliance Risks: Many industry regulations mandate supported software for critical infrastructure. Running unsupported versions could put your organization at risk of non-compliance.
  • Decreased Compatibility: Future hardware and software integrations may not be tested or supported, leading to integration failures and operational disruptions.

With only a few months remaining, IT leaders must act swiftly to develop, test, and execute migration plans. Delaying action increases the risk of rushed upgrades, migration errors, and unplanned downtime.

Risks of Staying on vSphere 7

Operating on an unsupported version of any software exposes organizations to multifaceted risks.

The most pressing concerns include:

  • Security Vulnerabilities: Cyber threats evolve rapidly. Without timely security updates, your virtual infrastructure becomes a target for attackers exploiting known and unknown vulnerabilities. Data breaches, ransomware attacks, and service disruptions can have devastating financial and reputational consequences.
  • Operational Disruption: Should an issue arise after the end of support, resolving it becomes substantially more difficult without access to vendor support. Critical business functions could be impacted.
  • Compliance Issues: Regulatory requirements such as GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI DSS often stipulate the use of supported software. Non-compliance may result in fines, legal action, loss of customer trust, and cancellation of cybersecurity insurance policies.
  • Compatibility Limitations: Hardware and Software vendors focus on supporting current platform versions. Integration with future technologies becomes increasingly problematic and may cause a ripple effect that impacts multiple critical business processes and systems.

The Benefits of Upgrading to VMware vSphere 8

Upgrading to vSphere 8 is an opportunity to modernize your IT infrastructure, unlock new capabilities, and streamline operations.

Key benefits include:

  • Enhanced Security: vSphere 8 introduces advanced security features, such as vTPM support for all VM types and Confidential Computing with AMD SEV-ES and Intel TDX, to help safeguard your workloads.
  • Performance and Scalability Improvements: The latest release is optimized for modern hardware, offering higher scalability (up to 24TB of vRAM and 896 vCPUs per VM), enhanced DRS and vMotion capabilities, improved efficiency, and faster workload provisioning.
  • vSphere Distributed Service Engine: Offload networking, security, and storage tasks to Data Processing Units (DPUs) to free up CPU resources and improve workload efficiency.
  • AI/ML-Ready Infrastructure: Optimized GPU-based workloads and AI/ML pipelines with enhanced support for NVIDIA AI Enterprise Suite, Kubernetes, and cloud-native workloads help future-ready your infrastructure for digital transformation.
  • Improved Lifecycle Management: Simplified upgrade processes, enhanced patch management, and better drift remediation ensure your environment remains secure.

Next Steps: Act Now

The clock is ticking: VMware vSphere 7 End of General Support arrives on October 2, 2025.

Waiting until the last minute increases risks and can result in unplanned costs, downtime, or security incidents. Proactive organizations are planning or have already completed their migration to vSphere 8.  Take action now.

  • Contact Keller Schroeder to discuss assessment and upgrade planning
  • Assess your VMware vSphere infrastructure for compatibility
  • Communicate with key stakeholders regarding the impact to production workloads
  • Document system configurations, policies, and procedures for business continuity

The End of General Support for VMware vSphere 7 is a pivotal moment for IT departments worldwide. Failing to act before the deadline can put your organization at risk. Don’t wait until time runs out—begin your vSphere 8 migration today to secure, modernize, and future-ready your digital infrastructure.

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Written By:

Kris Linville
Director, Data Center Solutions

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