If still in testing , find out when testing is expected to be complete. If compliant with 'minor issues , obtain details about the problem situations and consider the impact in your environment. If not compliant and the manufacturer has no plan to comply, the product may have to be replaced or abandoned. May require a patch , an upgrade or a replacement. The vendor should supply instructions for implementation.
Replacement means purchasing a different product.
Before implementing the patch or upgrade provided, consider the timing of the procedure. Make sure you have a reliable backup copy of the original product before making any changes in case the patch or upgrade is unsuccessful. Testing After implementing the changes, run some of the tasks or applications you normally perform on that product. Check for differences in performance or output compare to results run prior to the change. Some products can be tricked into thinking ahead to the year 2000.