Cisco has an upcoming End-of-Support (EOSL) dates for the Nexus and Meraki in April and May of 2025. After this date, Cisco will no longer offer support and maintenance for the following models: This can be a challenging situation for businesses that rely on their Cisco models. Upgrading to newer models can be expensive, and […]
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 for enterprises looking for modern, scalable, and efficient storage architecture. However, early adopters of PowerStore are now facing a significant milestone: their initial support agreements are set to expire […]
Maintaining infrastructure is paramount to ensuring seamless operations and optimal performance in your data center. However, traditional maintenance contracts provided by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) can be costly and restrictive, leading many organizations to seek alternatives. Enter third party maintenance (TPM) – a burgeoning industry offering a cost-effective and flexible solution to data center maintenance […]
The technology sector is bracing for significant changes as new tariffs reshape the global trade landscape. Effective March 4, 2025, the United States has implemented a 25% tariff on all goods from Canada and Mexico, while simultaneously increasing tariffs on Chinese imports from 10% to 20%. This seismic shift in trade policy marks the end […]
At Pre Rack IT, we firmly believe that our employees are the backbone of our success. In this employee spotlight, we are thrilled to shine a well-deserved light on Kyle Raymond, our Sr. Account Executive. Kyle is an action oriented, customer obsessed, servant leader with 10+ years of proven success in scaling customer-facing teams. He […]
In the world of enterprise IT infrastructure, hard drives are the backbone of storage systems. Whether it’s Dell EMC Unity XT, or PowerStore, businesses rely on genuine, high-quality drives to ensure performance, security, and reliability. However, a growing problem has emerged: counterfeit enterprise hard drives flooding the market, often originating from China. These fake drives […]
In today’s fast-paced IT landscape, businesses rely on robust and high-performance storage solutions to manage their data efficiently. NetApp, a leading provider of enterprise storage solutions, has been at the forefront of delivering cutting-edge technologies to support modern infrastructure. However, as with all technology, NetApp hardware eventually reaches its End-of-Support-Life (EOSL) phase, leaving businesses with […]
Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) often face significant challenges when managing high-value workloads. They require reliable, high-performance storage solutions that are cost-effective, easy to manage, and scalable to meet growing demands. The Dell PowerVault ME5 storage array is specifically designed to address these needs, offering enhanced performance, flexibility, and simplicity to support SMB workloads effectively. […]
Dell EMC has an upcoming End-of-Support (EOSL) dates for the Data Domain and Compellent on August 31, 2025. After this date, Dell EMC will no longer offer support and maintenance for the following models: This can be a challenging situation for businesses that rely on their Dell EMC models. Upgrading to newer models can be […]
In the world of storage technology, SSDs (Solid-State Drives) have revolutionized how data is stored and accessed. While all SSDs outperform traditional hard drives (HDDs) in speed and reliability, not all SSDs are created equal. NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) has emerged as a game-changer, offering performance levels that make older SSD interfaces seem outdated. This […]
