BIG-IP 9.3
BIG-IP 9.3
The BIG-IP 9.3 reached end of service life on Mar 31, 2012 — BIG-IP no longer ships security patches or fixes for it. Our third-party support keeps it safe to run: 24/7 engineers manage issues, remediate vulnerabilities, and help you maintain compliance.
24/7 engineers own your BIG-IP 9.3 incidents end to end.
Mitigation and patch-around guidance when the vendor no longer ships fixes.
Controls evidence and documentation that keep auditors satisfied.
Specifications
- product
- big-ip
- release
- 9.3
- product Label
- BIG-IP
- release Label
- 9.3
- codename
- lts
- latest Version
- 9.3.1
- release Date
- 2006-04-27
- maintained
- source Url
- https://endoflife.date/big-ip
Lifecycle Dates
- End of Service Life
- Mar 31, 2012
- Last OEM Support
- Mar 31, 2011
OEM vs. 3rd Party Support
See how third-party support compares to the vendor contract for BIG-IP 9.3 — monitoring, break/fix, vulnerability work, operations and compliance, before and after EOSL.
| Feature | OEM Support | 3rd Party Support |
|---|---|---|
| Post-EOSL Support | ||
| Break/Fix Support | Until EOSL | |
| 24/7 Monitoring | ||
| Vulnerability Scanning & Remediation | ||
| Managed Operations | ||
| Procedure & Configuration Review | ||
| Compliance & Audit Documentation | Limited | |
| Discounted Migration to Other Platforms |
Why Choose 3rd Party Support for BIG-IP 9.3?
Vulnerability Remediation
Scanning, mitigation and patch-around guidance for BIG-IP 9.3 when the vendor no longer ships fixes.
Compliance Maintenance
Procedure review, controls evidence and the documentation auditors ask for — maintained continuously, not scrambled at audit time.
24/7 Expert Support
Engineers who know this release monitor, manage and fix issues around the clock — break/fix to managed operations.
BIG-IP 9.3 Support: Frequently Asked Questions
Is the BIG-IP 9.3 still supported?
BIG-IP ended support for the BIG-IP 9.3 on Mar 31, 2012 — no more patches or fixes from the vendor. Third-party support keeps it covered: our engineers manage issues, remediate vulnerabilities, and help you maintain compliance for as long as you run it.
When is the BIG-IP 9.3 end of service life (EOSL) date?
BIG-IP lists the end of service life for the BIG-IP 9.3 as Mar 31, 2012.
Can I keep using the BIG-IP 9.3 after its EOSL date?
Yes. EOSL means BIG-IP stops issuing patches and support — the software itself keeps running. Third-party support covers it from there: issue management, security vulnerability remediation, and the compliance documentation auditors ask for, for as long as you choose to run it.
How much does third-party support for the BIG-IP 9.3 cost?
Typically 40-70% below the OEM maintenance renewal price. Exact pricing depends on quantity, service level and location — request a quote and we respond within 24 hours.