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+title: ENT1 Instances are now deprecated
+status: deprecated
+date: 2025-08-29
+category: compute
+product: instances
+---
+
+ENT1 Instances are now deprecated and unavailable for new deployments. Existing ENT1 Instances will soon be automatically migrated to their POP2 equivalent, as announced recently through our emails & ticket communication.
+[POP2 Instances](/instances/reference-content/general-purpose/#pop2-instances), which share the same hardware specifications as ENT1 Instances, provide access to the latest features, ensuring your infrastructure remains current with evolving technology and demands. 
+