Legacy Node.js Support
NodeSource Extended Support for N|Solid Runtime delivers the stability you need to keep your Node.js applications secure and efficient.
Designed for environments like RHEL 7 and Ubuntu 18.04, our solution provides extended security coverage, performance optimization, and peace of mind—all without forcing costly infrastructure upgrades.
Stay secure. Stay productive.
| Distribution | Type | Version | Node v16 | Node v18 | Node v20 | Node v22 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ubuntu | deb | 24.04 - 22.04 - 20.04 | ||||
| 18.04 - 16.04 | ||||||
| Debian | deb | 12 (Bookworm) - 11 (Bullseye) - 10 (Buster) | ||||
| 9 (Stretch) | ||||||
| Fedora | rpm | 42 - 41 - 40 - 39 - 38 - 37 - 36 - 34 - 33 - 32 - 31 - 30 - 29 | ||||
| 28 | ||||||
| Red Hat | rpm | 9 - 8 | ||||
| 7 | ||||||
| Amazon Linux | rpm | 2023 | ||||
| 2 - 1 |
| Feature | NodeSource Extended Support | DIY with Open Source | Other Vendors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Support for Legacy Node.js Versions | Full coverage with regular updates for unsupported Node.js versions. | Unsupported versions have no updates or patches. | Limited support or higher costs. |
| Security Patches & Maintenance | Enterprise-grade security updates tailored for legacy environments. | Requires manual patching or third-party tools. | Some vendors offer basic security updates only. |
| Cost-Effective Solution | Affordable alternative to immediate infrastructure upgrades. | High-resource burden for internal teams. | Higher pricing or hidden fees. |
| Seamless Legacy OS Support | Full compatibility with RHEL 7, Ubuntu 18.04, and x86-64 systems. | Requires custom configurations or workarounds. | Limited OS support. |
Core Benefits
Security & Stability
Delivers critical security patches and runtime updates for Node.js on systems no longer supported by the open-source project.
Protects against vulnerabilities that could otherwise compromise compliance and business continuity.
Cost Savings
Avoid immediate, expensive migrations by extending the lifecycle of existing infrastructure.
Provides a cost-effective solution compared to maintaining unsupported systems in-house.
Seamless Compatibility
Fully compatible with widely used Linux systems on x86-64 architecture, ensuring a smooth integration.