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ApsaraDB RDS:[Annoucement] End of support for ApsaraDB RDS instances running SQL Server 2008 R2

Last Updated:Sep 09, 2025

Starting December 31, 2025, Alibaba Cloud will discontinue technical support (including feature updates and issue fixing) for ApsaraDB RDS instances running SQL Server 2008 R2 to ensure product stability and user experience. To avoid potential risks, we recommend upgrading your instances to a later SQL Server version as soon as possible.

Risks and responsibilities

  • Continuing to use RDS instances running SQL Server 2008 R2 exposes your applications and business to significant risks, including security vulnerabilities, application incompatibility, and compliance challenges.

  • Once the technical support for RDS instances running SQL Server 2008 R2 ends, you assume full responsibility for any operational failures and security vulnerabilities arising from the continued use of these instances.

End of support date

December 31, 2025

Impact and suggested actions

Category

Impact

Suggested action

Existing RDS instances running SQL Server R2

While existing instances will remain operational, they will no longer receive technical support or updates.

Important

Be advised that continued use of RDS instances running SQL Server 2008 R2 is at your sole risk. As these potential issues stem from end-of-life software and not from a failure of Alibaba Cloud's services, Alibaba Cloud disclaims all liability for any resulting damages, losses, or disruptions. You are solely responsible for all consequences arising from this use.

New RDS instances

RDS instances running SQL Server 2008 R2 are no longer available for new purchase.

Purchase an RDS instance running a later SQL Server version.

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