SQL Server 2016: Discover the Power of KB3177312 - Build Version Insights
This document provides a comprehensive list of Microsoft SQL Server 2016 builds released subsequent to the initial launch of SQL Server 2016. It serves as a valuable resource for database administrators, IT professionals, and anyone seeking detailed information on the various updates and versions of SQL Server 2016. Understanding the build versions is crucial for maintaining a stable, secure, and performant SQL Server environment. This article aims to clarify the different release types and their corresponding build numbers, enabling users to easily identify and manage their SQL Server 2016 instances.
SQL Server 2016 Service Pack 3 (SP3) Azure Connect Pack Builds¶
Service Pack 3 (SP3) for SQL Server 2016 represents a significant milestone, incorporating a roll-up of cumulative updates and fixes, enhancing overall stability and performance. The Azure Connect Pack builds within SP3 are specifically tailored to improve integration and connectivity with Microsoft Azure services. These packs often include enhancements that streamline hybrid cloud scenarios, allowing for smoother data flow and management between on-premises SQL Server and Azure cloud resources. It is important to note that Azure Connect Packs are designed to extend the capabilities of SQL Server in cloud environments, focusing on features that leverage Azure’s infrastructure and services.
| Cumulative update name | Product version | Knowledge Base number | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azure Connect Pack + GDR | 13.0.7050.2 | KB5046856 | November 12, 2024 |
| Azure Connect Pack + GDR | 13.0.7045.2 | KB5046062 | October 08, 2024 |
| Azure Connect Pack + GDR | 13.0.7040.1 | KB5042209 | September 10, 2024 |
| Azure Connect Pack + GDR | 13.0.7037.1 | KB5040944 | July 09, 2024 |
| Azure Connect Pack + GDR | 13.0.7029.3 | KB5029187 | October 10, 2023 |
| Azure Connect Pack + GDR | 13.0.7024.30 | KB5021128 | February 14, 2023 |
| Azure Connect Pack + GDR | 13.0.7016.1 | KB5015371 | June 14, 2022 |
| Azure Connect Pack | 13.0.7000.253 | KB5014242 | May 19, 2022 |
SQL Server 2016 Service Pack 3 (SP3) Builds¶
SQL Server 2016 Service Pack 3 (SP3) is a critical update package that includes a compilation of hotfixes, security updates, and feature improvements. Applying SP3 is highly recommended to ensure your SQL Server 2016 instance benefits from the latest enhancements and security patches released by Microsoft. Service Packs are generally comprehensive updates, undergoing rigorous testing to provide a stable and reliable platform. They are an essential part of maintaining a healthy and secure SQL Server environment, addressing a wide range of potential issues and vulnerabilities.
| Cumulative update name | Product version | Knowledge Base number | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SP3 + GDR | 13.0.6455.2 | KB5046855 | November 12, 2024 |
| SP3 + GDR | 13.0.6450.1 | KB5046063 | October 08, 2024 |
| SP3 + GDR | 13.0.6445.1 | KB5042207 | September 10, 2024 |
| SP3 + GDR | 13.0.6441.1 | KB5040946 | July 09, 2024 |
| SP3 + GDR | 13.0.6435.1 | KB5029186 | October 10, 2023 |
| SP3 + GDR | 13.0.6430.49 | KB5021129 | February 14, 2023 |
| SP3 + GDR | 13.0.6419.1 | KB5014355 | June 14, 2022 |
| SP3 | 13.0.6300.2 | KB5003279 | September 15, 2021 |
SQL Server 2016 Service Pack 2 (SP2) Builds¶
Service Pack 2 (SP2) for SQL Server 2016 is another significant update that precedes SP3, providing a range of improvements and fixes. It is important to review the builds within SP2 if you are running a version of SQL Server 2016 that is older than SP3. SP2 includes enhancements across various components of SQL Server, contributing to better performance, enhanced security, and improved manageability. Staying informed about the specific builds within each service pack allows administrators to pinpoint the most relevant updates for their environment.
| Cumulative update name | Product version | Knowledge Base number | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SP2 + GDR | 13.0.5108.50 | KB5014365 | June 14, 2022 |
| CU17 + GDR | 13.0.5893.48 | KB5014351 | June 14, 2022 |
| CU17 | 13.0.5888.11 | KB5001092 | March 29, 2021 |
| CU16 | 13.0.5882.1 | KB5000645 | February 11, 2021 |
| CU15 + GDR | 13.0.5865.1 | KB4583461 | January 12, 2021 |
| GDR | 13.0.5103.6 | KB4583460 | January 12, 2021 |
| CU15 | 13.0.5850.14 | KB4577775 | September 28, 2020 |
| CU14 | 13.0.5830.85 | KB4564903 | August 06, 2020 |
| CU13 | 13.0.5820.21 | KB4549825 | May 28, 2020 |
| CU12 | 13.0.5698.0 | KB4536648 | February 25, 2020 |
| CU11 + GDR | 13.0.5622.0 | KB4535706 | February 11, 2020 |
| GDR | 13.0.5102.14 | KB4532097 | February 11, 2020 |
| CU11 | 13.0.5598.27 | KB4527378 | December 09, 2019 |
| CU10 | 13.0.5492.2 | KB4524334 | October 08, 2019 |
| CU8 | 13.0.5426.0 | KB4505830 | July 31, 2019 |
| CU7 + GDR | 13.0.5366.0 | KB4505222 | July 09, 2019 |
| GDR | 13.0.5101.9 | KB4505220 | July 09, 2019 |
| CU7 | 13.0.5337.0 | KB4495256 | May 22, 2019 |
| CU6 | 13.0.5292.0 | KB4488536 | March 19, 2019 |
| CU5 | 13.0.5264.1 | KB4475776 | January 23, 2019 |
| CU4 | 13.0.5233.0 | KB4464106 | November 13, 2018 |
| CU3 | 13.0.5216.0 | KB4458871 | September 20, 2018 |
| CU2 + GDR | 13.0.5201.2 | KB4458621 | August 21, 2018 |
| GDR | 13.0.5081.1 | KB4293802 | August 04, 2018 |
| CU2 | 13.0.5153.0 | KB4340355 | July 16, 2018 |
| CU1 | 13.0.5149.0 | KB4135048 | May 30, 2018 |
| SP2 | 13.0.5026.0 | KB4052908 | April 24, 2018 |
SQL Server 2016 Service Pack 1 (SP1) Builds¶
SQL Server 2016 Service Pack 1 (SP1) was the first major service pack released for SQL Server 2016. It provided a significant set of updates and improvements over the original RTM release. For organizations that adopted SQL Server 2016 early on, SP1 was a crucial update to incorporate. The builds within SP1 address various aspects of the database engine, including performance optimizations, security enhancements, and bug fixes reported by users and identified through internal testing. Understanding the evolution from SP1 builds onwards is important for historical context and for those managing older SQL Server 2016 environments.
| Cumulative update name | Product version | Knowledge Base number | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CU15 + GDR | 13.0.4604.0 | KB4505221 | July 09, 2019 |
| GDR | 13.0.4259.0 | KB4505219 | July 09, 2019 |
| CU15 | 13.0.4574.0 | KB4495257 | May 16, 2019 |
| CU14 | 13.0.4560.0 | KB4488535 | March 19, 2019 |
| CU13 | 13.0.4550.1 | KB4475775 | January 23, 2019 |
| CU12 | 13.0.4541.0 | KB4464343 | November 13, 2018 |
| CU11 | 13.0.4528.0 | KB4459676 | September 17, 2018 |
| GDR | 13.0.4224.16 | KB4458842 | August 22, 2018 |
| CU10 + GDR | 13.0.4522.0 | KB4293808 | August 14, 2018 |
| CU10 | 13.0.4514.0 | KB4341569 | July 16, 2018 |
| CU9 | 13.0.4502.0 | KB4100997 | May 30, 2018 |
| CU8 | 13.0.4474.0 | KB4077064 | March 19, 2018 |
| CU7 | 13.0.4466.4 | KB4057119 | January 04, 2018 |
| GDR | 13.0.4210.6 | KB4057118 | January 03, 2018 |
| CU6 | 13.0.4457.0 | KB4037354 | November 21, 2017 |
| CU5 | 13.0.4451.0 | KB4040714 | September 18, 2017 |
| CU4 | 13.0.4446.0 | KB4024305 | August 08, 2017 |
| GDR | 13.0.4206.0 | KB4019089 | August 08, 2017 |
| CU3 | 13.0.4435.0 | KB4019916 | May 15, 2017 |
| CU2 | 13.0.4422.0 | KB4013106 | March 20, 2017 |
| CU1 | 13.0.4411.0 | KB3208177 | January 18, 2017 |
| SP1 | 13.0.4001.0 | KB3182545 | November 16, 2016 |
SQL Server 2016 RTM Builds¶
The initial release to manufacturing (RTM) of SQL Server 2016 marked the beginning of this version’s lifecycle. The builds listed under the RTM category represent the updates applied directly to the original released version, before any service packs were introduced. These include cumulative updates (CUs) and general distribution releases (GDRs) that addressed critical issues and security vulnerabilities discovered shortly after the initial launch. Understanding the RTM build history is important for those who might be managing systems that were updated directly from the original release without immediately applying service packs.
| Cumulative update name | Product version | Knowledge Base number | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|
| GDR | 13.0.1745.2 | KB4058560 | January 06, 2018 |
| CU9 + GDR | 13.0.2218.0 | KB4058559 | January 06, 2018 |
| CU9 | 13.0.2216.0 | KB4037357 | November 21, 2017 |
| CU8 | 13.0.2213.0 | KB4040713 | September 18, 2017 |
| CU7 | 13.0.2210.0 | KB4024304 | August 08, 2017 |
| CU6 | 13.0.2204.0 | KB4019914 | May 15, 2017 |
| CU5 | 13.0.2197.0 | KB4013105 | March 20, 2017 |
| CU4 | 13.0.2193.0 | KB3205052 | January 18, 2017 |
| GDR | 13.0.4202.2 | KB3210089 | December 16, 2016 |
| CU3 + GDR | 13.0.1728.2 | KB3210111 | December 16, 2016 |
| CU3 | 13.0.2186.6 | KB3205413 | November 16, 2016 |
| CU3 + GDR | 13.0.2186.6 | KB3194717 | November 08, 2016 |
| GDR | 13.0.1722.0 | KB3194716 | November 08, 2016 |
| CU2 | 13.0.2164.0 | KB3182270 | September 22, 2016 |
| CU1 | 13.0.2149.0 | KB3164674 | July 25, 2016 |
Staying up to date with the latest builds of SQL Server is a critical aspect of database administration. Regular updates ensure that your systems are not only performing optimally but are also protected against known vulnerabilities. Microsoft consistently releases updates in the form of Service Packs, Cumulative Updates, and General Distribution Releases to address various needs, from critical security patches to feature enhancements. By referencing this article, you can quickly identify the build versions relevant to your SQL Server 2016 environment and take appropriate action to maintain a healthy and secure database infrastructure.
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