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 […]
Data Domain has an upcoming End-of-Support (EOSL) date for a few models in August of 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 Data Domain models. Upgrading to newer models can be expensive, and […]
What’s Going On? If you’re a VxRail customer coming up on your VMware support renewal, you’ve probably already felt the pain. Ever since Broadcom acquired VMware, support renewals have gotten murky — and frustrating. What to Watch Out For 1. Mixed Messages from Broadcom At first, Broadcom told customers they’d still have access to patches […]
When it comes to managing IT infrastructure, businesses face ongoing decisions about cost, performance, uptime, and vendor relationships. One major choice is whether to stick with OEM support or pivot to third-party support providers. For many, the appeal of third-party support lies in cost savings, flexibility, and customized service. But like any important business arrangement, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, organizations are constantly seeking ways to optimize their IT infrastructure while minimizing costs. For businesses leveraging Dell EMC’s VxRail hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) solution, third-party maintenance (TPM) offers a compelling alternative to traditional OEM support. This blog post delves into the key advantages of TPM for your VxRail environment, exploring […]
