Microsoft SQL Server 10.50-sp3 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Microsoft SQL Server 10.50-sp3 reached end of life on 9 Jul 2019. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Microsoft SQL Server release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 7 Jul 2014 | 12y 3mo ago |
| Active Support ended | 8 Jul 2014 | security fixes only after this |
| Security Support ended | 9 Jul 2019 | 7y 3mo ago |
| Extended Security Updates ended | 12 Jul 2022 | over |
| Latest release | 10.50.6785.2 GDR · 14 Feb 2023 | final |
Where to go from 10.50-sp3
Recommended target: Microsoft SQL Server 17.0 (supported until 6 Jan 2036).
The newest actively supported branch is Microsoft SQL Server 17.0 (latest release 17.0.5005.3 CU9).
Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft SQL Server 10.50-sp3 still safe to use?
Microsoft SQL Server 10.50-sp3 reached end of life on 9 Jul 2019, 2,645 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Microsoft SQL Server 10.50-sp3?
Yes — the final release (10.50.6785.2 GDR) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Microsoft SQL Server 10.50-sp3 to?
Upgrade to Microsoft SQL Server 17.0, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 6 Jan 2036).