Background information
To improve user experience and ensure stability and performance, ApsaraDB RDS instances that run SQL Server 2008 R2 with local disks will no longer support virtual private cloud (VPC) starting from November 1, 2024. If your RDS instances run SQL Server 2008 R2 with local disks and use the VPC network type, we recommend that you upgrade the major engine version of your RDS instances to SQL Server 2012 or 2016 to ensure the stable running of your applications and business and avoid potential risks. For more information, see Upgrade an ApsaraDB RDS for SQL Server instance with local disks from SQL Server 2008 R2 to SQL Server 2012 or SQL Server 2016.
Effective date
November 1, 2024
Involved RDS instances
RDS instances that run SQL Server 2008 R2 with local disks and use the VPC network type
Impacts and suggestions
Category | Impact | Suggestion |
Existing RDS instances | If you continue to use existing RDS instances that run SQL Server 2008 R2 with local disks, your applications and business may be exposed to risks. | We recommend that you upgrade the major engine version of your RDS instances that run SQL Server 2008 R2 with local disks and use the VPC network type to SQL Server 2012 or 2016. For more information, see Upgrade an ApsaraDB RDS for SQL Server instance with local disks from SQL Server 2008 R2 to SQL Server 2012 or SQL Server 2016. |
New RDS instances | RDS instances that run SQL Server 2008 R2 with local disks can no longer be purchased. | We recommend that you purchase an RDS instance that runs a later SQL Server version. For more information, see Instance types for primary ApsaraDB RDS for SQL Server instances and Create and use an ApsaraDB RDS for SQL Server instance. |