SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11.3 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11.3 reached end of life on 31 Jan 2016. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the SUSE Linux Enterprise Server release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 1 Jul 2013 | — |
| End of life | 31 Jan 2016 | 10.5 years ago |
| Extended support ends | 30 Jan 2019 | over |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from 11.3
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 11.3 still safe to use?
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11.3 reached end of life on 31 Jan 2016, 3,843 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 11.3?
Yes — the final release (11.3) 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 11.3 to?
Upgrade to SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 16.0, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 30 Nov 2027).