ARUBA S2500 48-PORT POE SWITCH

If a manufacturer stops supporting a product, the equipment is not useless. It still has a lot of its value. And if the product works for your company, it is good to keep using it. But if there are any problems with the hardware or with how it fits into your company’s infrastructure, you should stop using it.

If your hardware is about to reach its end-of-service life and your company doesn’t have much extra money to spend on upgrades, you don’t need to worry. You can use TPM to help you continue using your existing equipment until you’re ready to upgrade. You can prepare for the transition and have your finances in order before purchasing new equipment. This will help you make the best decision for your business.

If you are repairing your hardware yourself, you may not have access to OEM parts. You may have to get parts from less-than-trustworthy manufacturers. However, if you work with TPM, you will have access to trusted parts that will work with your equipment. Plus, the technicians performing the repairs will be experts in the field and may be more familiar with the equipment than in-house techs.

You can save money on post-EoL OEM services by working with a TPM company. TPM companies have much lower prices and offer a similar skill set. You may also get more for your money when you work with a TPM company. For example, the scope of work may be more expansive or personalized than what your OEM offers. You can also push back the cost of new equipment by working with a TPM company. Although an upgrade will still be necessary at some point, TPM can help delay it.

OEMs specialize in their own equipment. TPM programs can focus more on what your company needs. They might be able to fix the equipment in a way that creates little downtime or offer more services for a better price. Some TPM options, like NorthSmart, let you purchase only the services you need. You can even create a hybrid model with parts of OEM and TPM support if it fits your business better.