VMware vCenter Server 9.1 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Supported
VMware vCenter Server 9.1 is actively supported. It reaches end of life on 12 Aug 2028.
734 days of security support left
9.1.0.0300 latest release
11% of this branch's supported lifetime has elapsed — 12 May 2026 → 12 Aug 2028.
Support timeline
Official dates from the VMware vCenter Server release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 12 May 2026 | — |
| End of life (scheduled) | 12 Aug 2028 | in 734 days |
| Latest release | 9.1.0.0300 · 29 Jul 2026 | current |
How much runway a newer branch buys
VMware vCenter Server 9.1 is the newest branch — this is the longest runway currently available.
| Branch | End of life | Days left | vs 9.1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| VMware vCenter Server 9.1 | 12 Aug 2028 | 734 | this branch |
| VMware vCenter Server 9.0 | 17 Sept 2027 | 404 | -330 days |
| VMware vCenter Server 8.0 | 11 Oct 2027 | 428 | -306 days |
Frequently asked questions
When does VMware vCenter Server 9.1 reach end of life?
VMware vCenter Server 9.1 reaches end of life on 12 Aug 2028 — 734 days from now. After that date it receives no security fixes.
Is VMware vCenter Server 9.1 still supported?
Yes. VMware vCenter Server 9.1 is currently maintained. Latest release: 9.1.0.0300, published 29 Jul 2026.
What happens when VMware vCenter Server 9.1 reaches end of life?
Security fixes stop. After 12 Aug 2028 this branch receives no further updates under standard support.
How long do I have to upgrade from VMware vCenter Server 9.1?
734 days. This is already the newest branch, so this is the longest runway currently available.