Contrary to popular belief, pre-owned gear can be more reliable than "net new" products. Most hardware failures occur within the first 30 days of deployment—a phenomenon known as "infant mortality". Used equipment from reputable vendors has already been "road-tested," meaning the initial manufacturing "bugs" have been worked out. High-quality refurbished units often boast reliability ratings of . 3. Sustainability and the Circular Economy
It is vital to understand the difference between "as-is" used gear and professionally refurbished equipment: Cisco wants its equipment back. USED CISCO EQUIPMENT
: Programs like Cisco Takeback and Reuse make it easy for companies to return old gear securely and sustainably. 4. Navigating the Market: Refurbished vs. Used Contrary to popular belief, pre-owned gear can be
The most immediate benefit of used gear is the price tag. Secondary market Cisco hardware typically costs significantly less than new equipment, with savings often ranging from off manufacturer list prices. These savings allow organizations to: : Programs like Cisco Takeback and Reuse make
Adopting used gear is a major win for corporate sustainability goals. It supports the by extending the useful life of hardware and keeping operational equipment out of landfills.
to keep on the shelf for immediate hardware replacement. 2. High Reliability and "Burned-In" Quality
