Hello friends,
What would be the correct way to install SP2 for SharePoint 2010 Server. So far, I’ve come up with the following:
1. Install SP2 for SharePoint Server 2010: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=39672
2. Install SP2 for language packs that you might have for SharePoint 2010: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2687450
3. Install SP2 for Office Web Apps/Project Server/Search Server etc.
My main question, is it still mandatory to install SP2 for Foundation first and then install SP2 for SharePoint Server?
I know they changed the bits for Cumulative Updates, but I can’t find information about this on Service Pack 2.
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I did a small guide here on the best practices on how to install SP2  Check it out >  http://absolute-sharepoint.com/2013/08/install-sharepoint-2010-service-pack-2-the-right-way.html Â
I think, there is nothing bad in installing SP2 for Foundation before SP2 for Server. Just in case. It won’t take much longer, but you’ll feel safer. Nevertheless, I’ve also heard that the latest updates include foundation updates. We already had  some minor troubles believing in it a while ago. So, I guess, It’s up to you to believe it or not.
Thanks for all the responses. I’m gonna forget about Foundation 🙂
Here is the link to support Trevor, Kunal and Brian:Â
The packaging of cumulative updates changed as of August 31, 201 […]Â As a result of the new packaging, it is no longer necessary to install the SharePoint Foundation cumulative update and then install the SharePoint Server cumulative update.
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/sharepoint/ff800847.aspx
