Network Third Party Maintenance - Reliable Support Beyond OEM Warranty
EPOKA's third party maintenance gives you 24/7 global hardware support for servers, storage and networking - all under one flexible contract, covering multi-vendor environments globally.
Maintain Connectivity Beyond OEM Support
Network hardware frequently continues operating reliably long after manufacturer support ends. Core switches, distribution layers, and routing infrastructure are proven platforms that still meet performance requirements.
EPOKA provides structured third party maintenance for enterprise networking environments, ensuring critical connectivity remains stable and supported beyond OEM warranty periods. When switches, routers, and other networking components reach End of Life (EOL) or End of Service Life (EOSL), the hardware itself often remains stable and fully operational.
The real challenge is ensuring continued support, predictable response times, and reliable access to replacement parts. Instead of reacting to vendor timelines, infrastructure decisions can be aligned with real operational needs.
How EPOKA Network TPM Is Delivered
Storage maintenance requires precision and rapid diagnosis. This integrated delivery model protects data availability and minimises disruption - from first contact through to verified resolution.
Remote Diagnostics
Every support incident begins with remote diagnostics handled by experienced engineers familiar with enterprise network environments. Rapid troubleshooting identifies the root cause and ensures the correct intervention is planned from the start.
Spare Parts Preparation
When hardware components require replacement, spare parts are prepared through coordinated logistics aligned with the selected SLA. Tested replacement components cover power supplies, line cards, switching modules, interface modules, and control boards.
On-Site Field Engineering
Certified field engineers are dispatched when on-site intervention is required, ensuring predictable and controlled resolution. Response times remain consistent whether your infrastructure spans one site or multiple global locations.
Service Hub Oversight
Through the EPOKA Service Hub, organisations gain full visibility into supported assets and service performance across their network infrastructure. SLA tracking, escalation paths, and incident history are centralised in one place.
Third Party Network Maintenance for Business-Critical Connectivity
Network third party maintenance is particularly relevant in environments where reliable connectivity is essential for daily operations - supporting production systems, cloud connectivity, and distributed work environments.
Multi-Vendor Under One Contract
Cisco, Brocade, HPE, and Lenovo network environments consolidated under a single EPOKA service agreement - one point of contact, one SLA framework, one invoice.
Differentiated SLA Models
Core infrastructure under continuous 24x7x4H coverage while access-layer equipment operates under extended response windows - all within a single contract reflecting real operational priorities.
Significant Cost Reduction
Organisations typically reduce network maintenance costs significantly compared to OEM renewal - without reducing service quality or response time commitments.
EOSL Network Coverage
Support continues beyond manufacturer End of Service Life dates. Extending the lifecycle of proven network platforms allows companies to maintain operational stability while planning upgrades strategically.
Global Coverage, Consistent Standards
EPOKA delivers network TPM across Europe and in more than 100 countries worldwide. Response times and escalation paths remain consistent across locations under unified service standards.
Reliable Spare Parts Logistics
Tested replacement parts for power supplies, line cards, switching modules, interface modules, and control boards - secured and aligned with SLA commitments for fast, predictable hardware replacement.
Supported Network Platforms
We provide post-warranty network support for a wide range of enterprise network platforms, supporting infrastructure across multiple manufacturers and generations. Our multi-vendor approach allows organisations to maintain network environments under a single service agreement, even when equipment has reached EOL or EOSL.
We support both current and legacy systems used in production, test, and backup environments, helping organisations extend hardware lifecycles while maintaining reliable performance.
Our EOL and EOSL network support services also cover additional enterprise network platforms upon request. Multi-vendor capabilities enable organisations to consolidate support across complex network environments while maintaining consistent service levels and response times.
| Vendor | Platform | EOSL Covered |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco | Core switches, distribution switches, routers | Yes |
| Brocade | Fibre Channel switches, IP networking platforms | Yes |
| HPE | FlexFabric, Aruba, legacy ProCurve | Yes |
| Lenovo | Enterprise switching, RackSwitch platforms | Yes |
| Additional vendors | Enterprise network platforms upon request | On request |
Coverage confirmed at assessment against your specific asset list and hardware generations.
Why Organisations Switch Network Maintenance to EPOKA
| Feature | OEM Support | EPOKA TPM |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | High - increases with hardware age | Up to 70% lower than OEM equivalent |
| Vendor lock-in | Yes - tied to manufacturer contracts | No - one contract, all vendors |
| Multi-vendor support | No - separate agreement per manufacturer | Yes - consolidated under one contract |
| Hardware refresh pressure | High - OEM incentivised to push new hardware | Low - EPOKA has no refresh incentive |
| Lifecycle flexibility | Limited - ends at EOSL | Extended - support continues beyond EOSL |
| Contract flexibility | Limited - standard OEM terms | Flexible - adjustable scope and duration |
Consistent Response Times Across All Your Locations
EPOKA delivers network TPM across Europe and in more than 100 countries worldwide. Response times, service procedures, and escalation paths remain consistent across locations, allowing distributed environments to operate under unified service standards.
Support can be structured across single locations or global environments, with consistent response times and centralised SLA tracking through the EPOKA Service Hub. Multi-vendor environments can be consolidated under a single service agreement, simplifying coordination and improving operational visibility.
Extending the lifecycle of proven network platforms allows companies to maintain operational stability while planning infrastructure upgrades strategically rather than reactively.
Maintain Connectivity. Reduce Operational Risk.
With EPOKA Network TPM, organisations gain predictable response times, reliable spare parts logistics, and unified support across multi-vendor network environments. Infrastructure decisions remain strategic and controlled while critical connectivity continues to operate reliably beyond OEM timelines.
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Contact Our TPM TeamFrequently Asked Questions
Questions organisations ask about third party maintenance.
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