08/01/2024
Do upcoming EOL and EOSL dates make you want to have a toddler tantrum?
Take a deep breath, count to 10 — then check out our information on what to do when your hardware goes EOSL.
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Options for EOL & EOSL Equipment
You’ve got a few options when your equipment goes EOL or EOSL.
Fall in line with OEM timelines and upgrade your equipment to the newest version. Though this is often the most expensive choice, it might be a good option if you have room in your budget or need features only available in the upgraded version.
Keep your current devices and get hardware support with a third party maintenance provider. Third party server support provides a great balance of more affordable support and helps you avoid the headache and potential downtime of trying to maintain the equipment yourself.
Maintain your data center devices yourself. This can be an option for those that have the resources, technical expertise and don’t mind managing potential downtime. While usually pretty cost effective on the front end, this option requires troubleshooting repair skills as well as finding necessary replacement parts.
Weighing the risks of potential downtime and whether your device is part of a critical environment can help you decide whether this is a good option for you.
If you intend to keep your EOL or EOSL devices and want to add in additional devices to your environment, we can help you source and purchase refurbished devices no longer available through the manufacturer. We even provide a one-year warranty at no additional cost. Our can-do attitude and out of the box solutions for our clients are part of what drives us.