Spherical Solaris has been shut down indefinitly, We do not know when and if it will ever be brought back online. If I had to suggest a different server for you to play on I would suggest Iron Maiden as it is a fun shard atleast it was in November of 03'.
Spherical Solaris and its forums have been taken down due to unpopularity and upkeep.
I as admin have to many other things to do then upkeep a free server.
Sorry about the inconvienience but I am sure you all will move on.