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Message ID: MC1074987
Maintenance window start: May, 17, 2025, at 6:00 PM UTC
Maintenance window end: May 18, 2025, at 3:00 AM UTC
This is the pre-production deployment of Power Pages version 9.7.4.x for Microsoft Dynamics 365. This deployment includes an updated website host and no solution update. This release contains fixes for issues reported by customers as well as performance and security updates. Release notes for this release can be viewed here.
How does this affect me?
This release will be applied to your non-production (trial, developer, and sandbox) Power Pages website(s). During the update, the Portal Management page in the Power Platform admin center will be placed in a read-only state for a short period of time. Additionally, your Power Pages website(s) will be restarted once during this upgrade.
What action do I need to take?
Upgrade of the website(s) to the newest version will be applied automatically. No action is required.
Source: Microsoft
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The recent announcement regarding the pre-production release of Power Pages version 9.7.4.x is certainly an exciting development for both admins and users alike! Set to take place during the maintenance window from May 17 to May 18, 2025, this update promises to enhance the overall experience with performance and security improvements, alongside fixes for customer-reported issues.
For admins, the read-only state of the Portal Management page during the update might feel like a brief coffee break from the usual hustle and bustle of managing the Power Platform. While it may seem inconvenient, this temporary pause is a small price to pay for the long-term benefits of improved functionality and security. Plus, the automatic upgrade means there’s no need to juggle complex procedures—just sit back and let the system do its magic!
Users, on the other hand, can look forward to a more streamlined experience post-update. With the enhanced performance and security measures, navigating the Power Pages will be smoother than ever. It’s like upgrading from a tricycle to a high-speed bike—who wouldn’t want that?
In conclusion, this update is set to be impactful for both parties, ensuring that the Power Pages environment remains robust, secure, and user-friendly. So, let’s embrace this change with open arms (and maybe a few jokes about the joys of maintenance windows)!
I’d love to hear your thoughts on this update—how do you think it will affect your experience with Power Pages? Feel free to share your insights or any humorous anecdotes related to updates in the comments below! And for more information, check out additional posts on mwpro.co.uk.