SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10.1 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10.1 reached end of life on 30 Nov 2008. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the SUSE Linux Enterprise Server release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 18 Jun 2007 | — |
| End of life | 30 Nov 2008 | 17.7 years ago |
| Extended support ends | 31 Dec 2010 | over |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from 10.1
Recommended target: SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 16.0 (supported until 30 Nov 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 16.0 (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10.1 still safe to use?
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10.1 reached end of life on 30 Nov 2008, 6,461 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10.1?
Yes — the final release (10.1) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10.1 to?
Upgrade to SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 16.0, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 30 Nov 2027).