IBM iSeries 4.2 end of life (EOL) date and support status
End of life End of life since 2000-05-31 (9626 days ago)
Upgrade: IBM iSeries 4.2 no longer receives fixes. Supported cycles: 7.6, 7.5.
| Product | IBM iSeries |
|---|---|
| Version cycle | 4.2 |
| Status | End of life |
| Released | 1998-02-27 |
| Active support until | — |
| End of life | 2000-05-31 |
| Latest version | 4.2 (1998-02-27) |
| Last verified | 2026-10-08 |
All IBM iSeries versions → · Source: endoflife.date
Frequently asked questions
Is IBM iSeries 4.2 end of life?
Yes. End of life since 2000-05-31 (9626 days ago). It no longer receives security or bug fixes.
When does IBM iSeries 4.2 reach end of life?
IBM iSeries 4.2 reached end of life on 2000-05-31.
When was IBM iSeries 4.2 released?
IBM iSeries 4.2 was first released on 1998-02-27.
What is the latest IBM iSeries 4.2 version?
The latest 4.2 release is 4.2, published on 1998-02-27.
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