NetApp has an upcoming End-of-Support (EOSL) date for a some NetApp AFF models in November of 2026. After this date, NetApp will no longer offer support and maintenance for the following models: This can be a challenging situation for businesses that rely on their NetApp AFF models. Upgrading to newer models can be expensive, and […]
Hardware supply constraints can turn a routine replacement into a costly operational incident. A failed power supply, RAID controller, memory module, network card, or drive may be inexpensive compared with the business impact of extended downtime—but only if a compatible replacement is available when it is needed. For data center operators, IT leaders, and infrastructure […]
Dell has an upcoming End-of-Support (EOSL) date for a some Dell Compellent models in Aug of 2026. 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 Dell Compellent models. Upgrading to newer models can be expensive, and […]
HPE has an upcoming End-of-Support (EOSL) date for a some 3PAR StoreServ models in Aug of 2026. After this date, HPE will no longer offer support and maintenance for the following models: This can be a challenging situation for businesses that rely on their HPE 3PAR StoreServ models. Upgrading to newer models can be expensive, […]
Price increases across the IT market are no longer temporary disruptions—they are becoming the new normal. From enterprise servers and storage systems to networking equipment and OEM support contracts, businesses are facing consistent upward pressure on costs. For organizations running data centers or managing critical IT infrastructure, these increases can quickly erode budgets and delay […]
Summer is the most underrated strategic asset in higher education IT. When campus activity slows down, higher ed data center teams suddenly gain something they almost never have during the academic year: room to breathe, think, and safely execute the kind of work that actually moves the needle on reliability and performance. In this post, […]
When your EMC Unity arrays hit End of Service Life (EOSL), you face a classic dilemma: refresh hardware you’re not ready to replace, or run critical storage without a safety net. Third‑party maintenance (TPM) gives you a third path—extending Unity’s usable life, reducing OpEx, and buying time for a smarter refresh on your schedule. Upcoming […]
About the Client: An enterprise organization reliant on a newly deployed VMware VxRail environment to support its virtualization platform and day-to-day operations. The Challenge: By the time PreRack IT was engaged, the project was already in crisis as the customer had spent weeks attempting to bring a new VxRail environment online, only to encounter repeated […]
Cisco has an upcoming End-of-Support (EOSL) date for a some Meraki models in January 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 Meraki models. Upgrading to newer models can be expensive, and continuing […]
If you manage data center operations, you already know renewal season can feel like a budget balancing act. Prices go up each year. OEMs restrict options on legacy hardware. Coverage windows shrink while equipment demand stays constant. The truth is simple: it’s going to get more expensive to maintain your equipment—and fast. That’s why forward-thinking IT […]
