Microsoft SQL Server 9.00-sp2 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Microsoft SQL Server 9.00-sp2 reached end of life on 12 Jan 2010. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Microsoft SQL Server release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 19 Feb 2007 | 19y 7mo ago |
| Security Support ended | 12 Jan 2010 | 16y 9mo ago |
| Latest release | 9.00.3325 CU13 · 20 Apr 2009 | final |
Where to go from 9.00-sp2
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 9.00-sp2 still safe to use?
Microsoft SQL Server 9.00-sp2 reached end of life on 12 Jan 2010, 6,110 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Microsoft SQL Server 9.00-sp2?
Yes — the final release (9.00.3325 CU13) 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 9.00-sp2 to?
Upgrade to Microsoft SQL Server 17.0, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 6 Jan 2036).