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Reducing Network Infrastructure Costs with equal2new® Refurbished Cisco

Let's face it. In business, competition is everywhere. Gaining an advantage on your competition is the goal for every company. Small business improvements add up quickly. So every business looks for ways to improve performance while cutting costs. Buying refurbished or used Cisco hardware is the best way for IT departments to achieve lower costs on their network infrastructures, including Cisco Switches, Cisco Routers, Cisco Phones and other associated Cisco network modules.

When partnering with the right company, an IT department can save large sums of money on these purchases and not sacrifice anything in the way of dependability or uptime. Some would argue that a piece of equipment is only new until the seal on the box is broken. So why risk the extra dollars on Cisco switches, routers or other Cisco hardware that will only have its leading selling point eliminated the moment you open the box? Purchasing used Cisco hardware, if done properly, can provide you with great savings plus all the peace of mind and performance you would ever need. This equals higher profits to your company. Get a quote now!

The Smart Way To Buy Used Cisco - Best Practices for Buyers

So you want to save a bit on your IT budget, and you're thinking used Cisco might be an option. But if you've never purchased refurbished Cisco before, it's hard to know what to look for in a provider. You're worried you could wind up with some kind of used car salesman looking to unload a lemon on you, or you're considering purchasing from an online auction site with no credibility or safety net to keep you from getting burned – so you have legitimate concerns. But with careful research and diligent consideration, it's possible to find a reputable partner who can help you get the most value from your IT budget.

Key Issues When Buying Used Cisco

Does their used Cisco equipment come with a significant warranty?

If they're not willing to back their refurbished Cisco hardware with a warranty, that probably means they're not confident in its performance. Look for a vendor that gives you years of coverage, preferably with advance replacement so that you're completely covered. A vendor that's willing to back their used Cisco equipment with an extended warranty knows they're providing quality refurbished Cisco hardware.

Do they offer a Cisco hardware replacement program?

Any reputable vendor will have enough faith in the quality of their product to also offer a replacement program to attach to that hardware. As a consumer, you deserve to partake in the insurance a replacement program provides if you so choose. If the vendor doesn't provide some sort of replacement offering, that could be a pretty good indication that they don't believe in the quality of their refurbished Cisco hardware and see a replacement program as a losing venture for them.

Is their used Cisco equipment priced almost too cheap?

Chances are if the price seems absolutely too good to be true, it probably is. Any vendor that's willing to price their product so low that it's far below fair market value is probably engaging in unsavory practices. Used Cisco equipment is often counterfeited. Both remarketing vendors and end users have to pay a little more for authentic refurbished Cisco quality. Don't think the lowest price is necessarily your best bet. You're better off with quality Cisco equipment you know is authentic and is guaranteed to perform.

Is their quality management system approved by a third party source?

Any refurbishing process, like any technical or detailed process, should be safeguarded by a quality management system to ensure redundancy and accuracy in every step. Look for a vendor whose refurbishing processes are backed by a quality management system that's approved by a third party source, like ISO. Quality control and repetitiveness in every process ensures a quality product. Look for a vendor that has ISO 9001:2008 certified quality management. This lets you know that a reputable third party source has done extensive research and testing, and has deemed the system exemplary. Anyone can say their processes are sound, but only ISO 9001:2008-certified quality management processes stand up to rigid third party standards.

Do they use electrostatic discharge prevention methods?

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is the charge created when two surfaces come together, and separate creating a spark. It occurs naturally all the time, and even the slightest charge of voltage can damage sensitive technology equipment. It's imperative to seek out a vendor that refurbishes their used Cisco products in an ESD-protected environment.