IBM has an upcoming End-of-Support (EOSL) date for a some XIV models in December of 2025. After this date, Dell will no longer offer support and maintenance for the following models: This can be a challenging situation for businesses that rely on their IBM FlashSystem models. Upgrading to newer models can be expensive, and continuing […]
Third-party support for Pure Storage hardware is becoming a popular alternative for organizations seeking greater cost savings and operational flexibility in their data center environments. This comprehensive article explores the financial and strategic advantages of third-party maintenance—offering insight into how businesses can optimize Pure Storage infrastructure management beyond what Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) support provides. […]
IBM has an upcoming End-of-Support (EOSL) date for a few models in December of 2025. After this date, Dell will no longer offer support and maintenance for the following models: This can be a challenging situation for businesses that rely on their IBM FlashSystem models. Upgrading to newer models can be expensive, and continuing to […]
As the year draws to a close, many IT leaders face the same challenge: how to make the most of their remaining budget. In the fast-paced world of data centers, every dollar counts, and every investment decision can have lasting impacts on performance, reliability, and scalability. For organizations that want to stretch their IT dollars […]
Nutanix has an upcoming End-of-Support (EOSL) date for a few models in December of 2025. After this date, Dell will no longer offer support and maintenance for the following models: This can be a challenging situation for businesses that rely on their Nutanix models. Upgrading to newer models can be expensive, and continuing to use […]
Data centers are the backbone of modern enterprises, powering everything from cloud computing and analytics to e-commerce and collaboration platforms. Yet, as critical as these infrastructures are, they also represent some of the most significant capital and operational expenditures for businesses. Hardware — servers, storage systems, and networking devices — is at the center of […]
IBM has an upcoming End-of-Support (EOSL) date for a few models in January of 2026. After this date, IBM will no longer offer support and maintenance for the following models: This can be a challenging situation for businesses that rely on their IBM Power 9 models. Upgrading to newer models can be expensive, and continuing […]
In the fast-evolving world of enterprise storage, Dell EMC Unity has established itself as a reliable workhorse. But as GEN 1 Unity arrays approach their End of Service Life (EOSL), IT decision-makers face a wave of confusion and concern. What exactly is the EOSL date for GEN 1 models? What happens when Dell support runs […]
Dell Compellent has an upcoming End-of-Support (EOSL) date for a few models in August of 2025. After this date, Dell will no longer offer support and maintenance for the following models: This can be a challenging situation for businesses that rely on their Compellent models. Upgrading to newer models can be expensive, and continuing to […]
Higher education institutions rely more than ever on digital infrastructure to deliver coursework, manage operations, and support research. At the heart of it all? The campus data center. While often hidden behind locked doors and tucked into the background of university life, the data center is the silent workhorse that powers everything from learning management […]