BIG-IP 9.6 end of life (EOL) date and support status
End of life End of life since 2012-03-31 (5304 days ago)
Upgrade: BIG-IP 9.6 no longer receives fixes. Supported cycles: 21.1, 17.5, 17.1.
| Product | BIG-IP |
|---|---|
| Version cycle | 9.6 |
| Status | End of life |
| Released | 2007-12-20 |
| Active support until | 2011-03-31 |
| End of life | 2012-03-31 |
| Latest version | 9.6.1 (2008-04-17) |
| Last verified | 2026-10-08 |
All BIG-IP versions → · Source: endoflife.date
Frequently asked questions
Is BIG-IP 9.6 end of life?
Yes. End of life since 2012-03-31 (5304 days ago). It no longer receives security or bug fixes.
When does BIG-IP 9.6 reach end of life?
BIG-IP 9.6 reached end of life on 2012-03-31.
When was BIG-IP 9.6 released?
BIG-IP 9.6 was first released on 2007-12-20.
What is the latest BIG-IP 9.6 version?
The latest 9.6 release is 9.6.1, published on 2008-04-17.
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