Cisco bundles SMARTnet support with your hardware initially at the time of purchase, and these contracts are typically structured for 1-3 years. Once Cisco’s initial SMARTnet contract ends, your maintenance costs will skyrocket.
Similarly to the cost to renew manufacturer support on older equipment, it is substantially higher than the cost to support new hardware.
It might make sense on the surface – older equipment is more likely to have some problems than hardware that was just taken out of the box. However, what manufacturers don’t want you to know is that it actually costs Cisco less to maintain your equipment the longer it is on the market.
This is because spare parts become more abundant and engineering expertise less scarce. Cisco treats SMARTnet more as an insurance policy than a maintenance plan.
So when your equipment is more likely to require support, the manufacturer chooses to intimidate you into buying new hardware.
In other words, we at DC Parts make you cut the costs of your hardware and support, we go up to speed down the times of industry-standard SLAs.
In other words, we at DC Parts make you cut the costs of your hardware and support, we go up to speed down the times of industry-standard SLAs.

DC Parts provides the same high-quality parts and maintenance support as Cisco. But at a significantly lower price. We achieve very competitive pricing through a large network of global hardware suppliers and a dedication to excellence.
We’ll partner with you to change the trajectory of your maintenance budget.

DC Parts not only helps to cut hardware support costs, but also to have a reliable partner.
Maintenance by Numbers
DC Parts is part of a global market in the secondary hardware market, our third-party maintenance solution is supported by certified technicians, suppliers anywhere in the globe. This reach ensures that we get the best deal on the parts our customers need most.
Unlike manufacturers, we follow the market. So when we save, so do our customers.
In fact, we ran a comparison of some typical Cisco equipment, and those who switch to DC Parts support services can see up to 80% savings on their Cisco maintenance expenses.

The foundation of all our customer relationships is trust – built on continuous, consistent and transparent communication. From the beginning of any engagement, our DC Parts project team will work to ensure that our vision for the project is perfectly aligned with yours. From there, we take over the delivery and the report back.
When you partner with DC Parts, you expect above all else:
- A fully managed solution offering that aligns with your internal standards and processes
- Highly detailed feature check
- Consistent and reliable delivery
- Regular engagement enabled by the collaboration tool
- Transparency in reporting
Feeling stuck on your SMARTnet maintenance contract and want to start making some budget changes? Speak with one of our DC Parts experts to discuss a flexible plan to free up your finances.
Contact DC Parts and we will help you better optimize your IT investment
Questions?
Call our product team at 011 3022-4694 or send an email to: contato@dcparts.com.br
Warranty:
All DC Parts hardware is fully tested, guaranteed, and comes with a 90-day warranty. Above all we will support you, before, during and after the sale.
Product Experience:
In other words, we know how important it is that you get the product you need to meet your need. And in addition, we have a serviced commercial team and agile logistics to enable the shortest possible delivery times.
Sending a proposal within 2 business days, we are lost in data centers and integrators and we always try to get the best price.
Do not hesitate to contact us with any questions about compatibility, condition or the best product available for your need.
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