If you’re in the market for new networking gear like switches, you’ve probably been told the lead times are out several months minimum regardless of the vendor you go with.

Supply chain demand disruptions and an increase in demand have made getting your hands on new networking devices right away very difficult.

Experts are expecting it to take a while before things are back to normal, but there is good news.

While you wait for new networking switches to be ready to ship, there are alternatives that can keep your network running smoothly.

We can help create a two-pronged solution—procuring network devices and parts on the secondary market that are generally available immediately and providing hardware support for the networking devices already in place and functioning.

Comfort levels and company policies vary when it comes to using parts and devices from the secondary market, but many companies are becoming a little more open-minded when the alternative includes waiting a year for their new switches to ship.

Some providers, like Datacentrix, offer a Limited Hardware Warranty on refurbished parts and devices, giving you another layer of protection.

Learn more about how refurbished hardware can play a role in your IT hardware solutions.

The second part of the solution includes hardware support for current devices and any new-to-you devices you’ve acquired through the secondary market.

A TPM contract can help ease your mind in the whole situation because you’ll be covered and taken care of if you experience issues or failures.