Third Party Maintenance That Cuts OEM Contract Costs 40–80%
Northland Systems has maintained enterprise hardware past OEM end-of-life since 2008 — a proven SmartNet alternative for Cisco, Dell, HPE, NetApp and IBM environments.
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Network
- Cisco switches, routers, ASA
- Juniper & HPE Aruba coverage
- Post-EOL platform support
Servers
- Dell PowerEdge & HPE ProLiant
- IBM & Oracle Sun systems
- Post-warranty server support
Storage
- NetApp, EMC & 3PAR arrays
- Nimble & StoreOnce platforms
- Drive & controller replacement
Multivendor support
Why IT Leaders Switch to a Third Party Maintenance Provider
OEM maintenance pricing has one job: pushing you to buy new hardware. Contract costs climb as equipment ages, then support disappears entirely at end-of-life — regardless of how reliably the hardware still runs. Northland Systems was founded in 2008, during a financial crisis that made this racket impossible for companies to afford, with a simple mission: keep good equipment supported at a fair price.Eighteen years later, we provide third party hardware maintenance for Cisco, Dell, HPE, NetApp, IBM and Juniper environments at 40–80% below equivalent OEM contracts — including platforms the OEM no longer supports at any price. One contract, one number to call, flexible SLAs by device.
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Extensive Experience (Since 1997)
Over 25 years of industry expertise means you’re partnering with seasoned professionals who understand your IT challenges.
Certified Pre-Owned Hardware
Our servers, storage, and networking products meet strict performance standards for worry-free integration.
Multi-Vendor Support
Need flexibility? We handle everything from Cisco and Dell EMC to NetApp and Juniper, giving you options that match your exact needs.
Customer-First Approach
No hidden costs, no pushy upsells—just honest guidance and fair pricing that prioritize your best interests.
Maintenance Built Around Your Equipment List
Free Coverage Assessment
Send us your equipment list with current contract costs. We'll show device-by-device what Northland Systems coverage costs — and what the OEM is overcharging for.
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Hardware Replacement SLAs
Advance replacement from our own stock with 4-hour, next-business-day or custom response options per device class.
Maintenance & Warranty Support
Rely on our dedicated support team for troubleshooting, replacements, and ongoing maintenance—reducing risk and protecting your investments.
Huge Inventory, Fast Shipping, and Exceptional Savings
In business since 1997, trusted by thousands of businesses
OEM Maintenance vs. Third Party: The Real Math
Here's the pattern every IT director eventually notices: Cisco SmartNet renewal quotes rise as your switches age, Dell and HPE support contracts balloon after year three, and the moment a platform hits end-of-support you're told the only path is a forklift refresh. Meanwhile the hardware itself — engineered for a decade of continuous duty — keeps running fine. Third party data center maintenance exists precisely in that gap. Northland Systems provides network hardware maintenance and server maintenance contracts at 40–80% below equivalent OEM pricing, covers equipment the OEM has abandoned, and consolidates a mixed Cisco, Dell, HPE and NetApp estate into one contract with one phone number. There's no vendor lock-in and no pressure to refresh: our incentive is keeping your equipment alive, because that's what we're paid for. Ask for the free assessment — the line-item comparison against your current renewal quote usually makes the decision by itself.Get Started Now
Get a Free Assessment
Attach your equipment list and current maintenance renewal quote. We'll return a device-by-device comparison — typical savings run 40–80% with equal or better response times.
Our Reviews
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Enterprise hardware units shipped monthly200M
Dollars saved by clients on average per order
"We replaced our entire core switching stack with refurbished Cisco Catalyst units from Northland. Every piece arrived tested, configured, and ready to deploy. Saved us $140k compared to new OEM pricing."
"I was skeptical about refurbished enterprise hardware until I worked with Northland. Their pre-sales team matched us with the exact HPE ProLiant spec we needed, and the units performed flawlessly from day one."
"Fast turnaround, honest pricing, and zero surprises on delivery. Northland has become our go-to source for Cisco switches and routers. The quality guarantee gives our team full confidence on every order."
"We've sourced refurbished hardware from multiple vendors over the years. Northland is in a different league — their engineers actually know the product, and their inventory depth across Cisco, Dell, and HPE is unmatched."
"Budget constraints are real in the public sector. Northland helped us refresh 3 branch office networks at 60% below new hardware cost, all while meeting our compliance and documentation requirements."
"The multi-vendor expertise is what sets them apart. We run a mixed Cisco and Juniper environment and Northland sourced everything in one order. No chasing multiple vendors, no compatibility surprises."
Third Party Maintenance at 40–80% Below OEM — Get Your Free Assessment
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