BIG-IP 10.2 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
BIG-IP 10.2 reached end of life on 31 Dec 2016. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the BIG-IP release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 4 May 2010 | — |
| End of life | 31 Dec 2016 | 9.6 years ago |
| Active support ended | 31 Dec 2015 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 10.2.4 · 11 Apr 2012 | final |
Where to go from 10.2
Recommended target: BIG-IP 21.1 (supported until 5 May 2029).
The newest actively supported branch is BIG-IP 21.1 (latest release 21.1.0).
Frequently asked questions
Is BIG-IP 10.2 still safe to use?
BIG-IP 10.2 reached end of life on 31 Dec 2016, 3,508 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download BIG-IP 10.2?
Yes — the final release (10.2.4) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade BIG-IP 10.2 to?
Upgrade to BIG-IP 21.1, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 5 May 2029).