PreRack IT, LLC

08/25/2025

PreRack IT recently helped a customer seamlessly upgrade from an old PowerVault M1000 to an ME5024, delivering advanced performance and scalability. With a 5-year ProSupport plan and 40% cost savings, the customer is now set for future growth.

08/19/2025

💡 Smart IT decisions = Big Savings.

Recently, we partnered with a customer in need of massive, reliable storage. By delivering a custom-built NetApp FAS8300 with 1PB of usable storage, our team helped them save over $400,000 compared to traditional options.

That’s not just hardware—it’s smarter strategy, budget flexibility, and future-proof scalability.

👉 If your organization is exploring high-performance storage and wants to save big, let’s talk.

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07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July! Celebrate freedom, family, fireworks, and fun!

05/14/2025

🚨 VxRail support renewals post-Broadcom acquisition are causing major headaches for users. Confusing policies, delayed quotes, and pricey “Premier Support” offers leave many stuck in limbo. Some IT teams are breaking apart the VxRail stack or turning to third-party maintenance to stay operational and cut costs. Don’t get caught off guard-explore your options and push back on unnecessary support upsells!
Read the full case study for insights and practical tips:

https://prerackit.com/customer-case-study-navigating-vxrail-support-renewals-post-broadcom-acquisition/

Navigate VxRail support renewals after Broadcom’s VMware acquisition: from breach of intellectual property laws to waiting on quotes months after expiration.

05/12/2025

Pre Rack IT offers on-premise data center hardware, third party maintenance, and cyber security solutions. Brands we support include Dell EMC, Netapp, HPE, Cisco, Brocade, IBM, and more. Our knowledgeable staff will help you make decisions to reduce time, energy, increase uptime, and free up your IT budget.

05/11/2025

Happy Mother’s Day!

05/05/2025

Discover how NVMe in NetApp AFF boosts speed, efficiency, and scalability for enterprise storage with ultra-low latency and high-performance workloads.

https://prerackit.com/understanding-nvme-in-netapp-aff-speed-efficiency-and-scalability/

In the evolving world of data storage, enterprises are increasingly driven by the need for faster performance, greater efficiency, and scalable solutions.

04/14/2025

When it comes to managing IT infrastructure One major choice is whether to stick with OEM support or pivot to third-party support providers.

For many, the appeal of third-party support lies in cost savings, flexibility, and customized service.

Here are 10 critical components of a third-party support contract and what to look for when evaluating providers

https://prerackit.com/10-key-elements-of-third-party-support-contracts/

When it comes to managing IT infrastructure, businesses face ongoing decisions about cost, performance, uptime, and vendor relationships. One major choice is

04/08/2025

A growing problem has emerged with counterfeit enterprise hard drives flooding the market, often originating from China. These fake drives not only compromise system integrity but can also lead to catastrophic data loss and significant financial losses.

Learn how to identify fake drives here:
https://prerackit.com/the-rise-of-counterfeit-enterprise-hard-drives-how-to-spot-fake-drives-before-its-too-late/

Counterfeit enterprise hard drives are now flooding the market, often originating from China. These fake drives can also lead to catastrophic data loss.

04/02/2025

Discover the key advantages of TPM for your VxRail environment, exploring how it can enhance cost-efficiency, extend equipment lifecycles.

Also, learn how PreRack IT saved a higher education institution $88,000.00 on VxRail P670 support and VMware 7.x licensing support!

https://prerackit.com/why-third-party-maintenance-benefits-your-vxrail-environment/

In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, organizations are constantly seeking ways to optimize their IT infrastructure while minimizing costs. For

03/31/2025

Today is World Backup Day!!!

World Backup Day falls on the day before April Fools Day, which is perfect timing. Pranksters and hackers are prone to play jokes on unsuspecting individuals, so it’s better to be safe than sorry.

03/27/2025

If you were among the first to invest in PowerStore, it's time to consider your next steps to ensure uninterrupted support and optimal performance for your infrastructure.

https://prerackit.com/early-dell-powerstore-buyers-coming-off-support-at-end-of-april-what-you-need-to-know/

Dell EMC PowerStore, one of the most innovative storage solutions in recent years, was introduced to the market in 2020. It quickly became a preferred choice