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Global Data Center Decom, Migration, Smart Hands and HW Maintenance.

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Asset Disposition

IT hardware Buyback, Reverse Logistics and certified Data Destruction. Real-time reporting via a secure "client portal."

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Cloud Services

Fully managed Cloud Services - delivered as a managed service and automated by Digital Cloud Engineers.

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We are honored to support the most innovative and demanding organizations, from dynamic Startups to the Fortune 100.

The Asset Management Portal gives you the transparency you need to manage your jobs, assets and documents through high level dashboards with drill downs, detailed data tables and easy to use reporting tools.

Data Center Buyout Program

We help our customers make the move to the cloud while recovering value from their existing datacenter. Let us buy your data center hardware and move you to the cloud.

Our unique Buyout Program reduces the risk, cost, and stress of migrating to the cloud. Choose between various levels of assessment, decommissioning, migration and managed services for both public and hybrid cloud environments.

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Asset Purchase

Simply send us a list of your excess assets. We specialize in offering fair prices and fast removal of your surplus equipment. 24-hr turnaround guaranteed... because timing is everything.

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Environmental Disposal

Our certified e-recycling program exceeds the industry's most stringent environmental regulations. We stay current on policy changes to ensure that we are fully compliant. Our commitment to the environment and rigorous approach protect our clients precious and valuable brands.

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Each member of our team is fully vaccinated, and we adhere to COVID-19 safety protocols across our global sites and at our client's sites.

55,000 Assets
Processed each month
3,000 devices
Redeployed each month
99.7% on time
Logistics
31 Locations
Around the world
2,000,000 Pounds
of E-waste diverted from landfill
10,000 HDD
Shredded each month

Our Blog

We are honored to support the most innovative and demanding organizations, from dynamic Startups to the Fortune 100.

Best Practices for Secure Data Destruction and IT Asset Disposition

This article outlines best practices for secure data destruction and IT asset disposition (ITAD) with Dataknox Solution as your ITAD provider, helping organizations protect their valuable data and adhere to compliance requirements

May 25, 2023

Dataknox buys and sells used Brocade switches

You have an overabundance of used Brocade switches and know you don’t know what to do with them? ‍If so, we have a solution for you - sell them to Dataknox!

January 30, 2023

Dataknox buys used NAS and SAN storage

Have a surplus of used NAS (network attached storage) and/or SAN (storage area networks) hardware that no longer plays a functional role in your network infrastructure? 

January 25, 2023

Maximize your data center health with IT asset retirement

It is essential for data centers and businesses of all sizes to properly dispose of their IT assets in order to lower operational costs, protect sensitive data, and maintain the overall health of their systems.

January 23, 2023

Is SONiC the Linux of networking?

Even before the Linux Foundation took charge of the network operating system (NOS), Software for Open Networking in the Cloud or SONiC, as it’s widely known, was poised to alter the way numerous enterprises,

December 23, 2022

Data center decommissioning done right with IT asset disposition

Decommissioning a data center is always a tricky ordeal. When getting rid of all the IT equipment, it's crucial to have a strategy in place for secure and timely disposal.This is where IT asset disposal (ITAD) comes into play.

December 21, 2022

Truths and myths: quick guide to third-party maintenance

When it comes to renewing their IT maintenance contracts, many companies experience difficulty. For most of them, the biggest issues is choosing between the two options for long-term maintenance: OEM and TPM support providers.

December 20, 2022

5 ways businesses can benefit from third-party IT maintenance

When it comes to maintaining your IT infrastructure, picking the right model is the key first step toward tidy operations. It’s no secret that frequent IT maintenance is vital for every IT system, no matter how big or small

December 19, 2022

A smarter and less expensive way to maintain data centers

With rising energy costs and bandwidth demands, reducing a data center’s operating expenses (OpEx) to more predictable and controllable levels is imperative.

December 16, 2022

Third-party maintenance: the good, the bad, and what it means for your business

Software maintenance costs are an important consideration for businesses that rely on software to support their operations. By understanding these costs and planning for them appropriately, companies of all sizes..

December 15, 2022

Dataknox buys used Cisco UCS servers

Do you know that you may be sitting on an underutilized cash resource for your business if you have an inventory of old Cisco UCS servers?

December 14, 2022

Dataknox buys used NetApp filers and disk shelves & sells used NAS & SAN

Dataknox guarantees efficient, fast, and easy liquidation of your surplus used NetApp filers and disk shelves.

December 13, 2022

4 ways third-party maintenance providers can optimize data centers

When it comes to taking care of data centers, third-party maintenance (TPM) has become increasingly present in the modern IT ecosystem.

December 12, 2022

Mythbusting SONiC: two myths that aren’t true

Much like the way Linux forever changed the world of operating systems and databases, SONiC (Software for Open Networking In the Cloud) is changing the way companies, particularly enterprises, look at networking.

December 5, 2022

The role of SONiC in data center innovation

Over the last half-decade or so, the open-source networking operating system SONiC (Software for Open Networking in the Cloud), has been ramping up massive interest. 

November 18, 2022

Dataknox buys used HP ProLiant and other HP servers

If you have an excess of used HP ProLiant and other HP servers just lying around with no real use and taking space, Dataknox will gladly buy it off your hands. 

November 9, 2022

Dataknox buys used Dell servers

Have a Dell server but you're not using it? Sell it to Dataknox - we buy used Dell servers in bulk and we'll give you the best price.

November 1, 2022

Dataknox buys used EMC storage and sells used NAS & SAN

Here at Dataknox, we will tap into our extensive network of third-party buyers and sell them your first-rate used EMC storage, including used Clariion, DataDomain, VNX, and other used NAS and SAN equipment.

October 28, 2022

Dataknox buys and sells used Dell PowerVault storage

Dataknox will gladly purchase your used Dell PowerVault storage assets and other hardware you no longer have a use for. Why pay for storage when you can get a good return on investment?

October 24, 2022

Dataknox will buy and resell your used SonicWall in bulk

We will take your entire inventory and liquidate it in one simple transaction, as we accept every single model and make of your second-hand SonicWall hardware. Best of all? We purchase it in bulk!

October 20, 2022

Dataknox will buy your used HP ProCurve switches

Dataknox will gladly purchase your used HP ProCurve switches and turn them into extra revenue for your business through our reliable, efficient, and swift liquidation services.

October 11, 2022

Data center commissioning explained

Commissioning a data center is a crucial procedure that guarantees all your hardware, software, and infrastructure operations are in line with the Owner's Project Requirements (OPR) document

October 8, 2022

Dataknox will take your used F5 Networks equipment like Big-IP off your hands

Have you recently upgraded your infrastructure and technologies and now you don’t know what to do with the leftover used F5 Networks equipment?

October 7, 2022

Dataknox buys and sells used Dell Networking switches

Dataknox will buy your used Dell equipment and amp up your ROI with unparalleled pricing.

September 26, 2022

We Buy And Sell Used Arista Networks Equipment

Have Arista 7000 Series and up lying around? We’ll buy it!

August 29, 2022

Dataknox Buys and Sells Used Extreme Switches

Worry no longer, as Dataknox liquidation specialists can buy your used Extreme switches off you. Best of all, you’re getting fair and better-than-average compensation for the IT equipment you’re not using.

August 19, 2022

Design, Features, and Advantages of EMC Unity All-Flash Storage

The EMC Unity Storage is the perfect choice for modern, straightforward data centers. EMC's latest all-flash product offers affordable storage for small and medium-sized IT departments.

August 17, 2022

Data Center Commission Explained

A data center commission is a studious, and often methodical work, that’s necessary to making sure the brand new data center works as intended. Most of the time, the process is announced in the moments

August 1, 2022

A short introduction to data center commissioning

To ensure optimal performance, commissioning is necessary for any type of facility. For a data center, it is essential.

July 27, 2022

Seven steps for successful data center commissioning

Here are the seven steps that lead to a cost-reduced and efficient completion of a data center setup.

July 26, 2022

Dataknox Buys And Sells Used Juniper Networks Equipment

If you are looking to sell your surplus Juniper Networks equipment, Dataknox is the place to go. We help you maximize the return on your investment.

July 25, 2022

Relocating Your Data Center Needs a Detailed Plan

So, you’ve decided to finally take the plunge and move your data center to a new location. If that’s the case, the first thing you need to do is come up with a detailed project plan. That way, you’ll be able to track the progress

July 13, 2022

5 stages of data center commissioning

Data center commissioning is a diligent process that is vital to ensuring the quality, functionality, and reliability of a new data center.

June 30, 2022

Got used Cisco equipment? Sell it to Dataknox

Here at Dataknox, we’re happy to take over your unused assets and we’re willing to pay you top market prices for the opportunity.

June 28, 2022

Why third-party maintenance is the way to go

Third-party maintenance providers such as Dataknox are on your side. We understand that arbitrary updates have nothing to do with asset performance or operability. In fact, OEMs usually just want you to dish out some serious cash

June 20, 2022

The right time to consider IT asset disposal

Even though you know IT hardware has an expiration date, sometimes it’s hard to let go. After all, your IT devices served you well for years, so we wouldn’t be surprised if your old Cisco switches grew on you. 

June 19, 2022

Decommissioning a data center: 4 things you need to move

Data centers lies at the foundation of all your company’s applications and data storage. If it ceased to function, the day-to-day operations of your business would come to a halt.

June 6, 2022

Third-party maintenance providers: A win-win for everyone

TPM providers are growing more popular, regardless of their size , or the amount of hardware and software they have deployed, organizations are growing increasingly aware of the importance of TPM providers in cutting costs

May 20, 2022

Advantages of third party maintenance to data centers

There are three basic elements to the lifecycle of every data center gear - the acquisition of hardware, its maintenance, and its disposal. While historically, data center operators turned to OEM for the first two..

May 18, 2022

How to get the most out of your data center decommissioning service providers

The first step towards a successful decommissioning of outdated data center gear is always the same - planning. Without properly laying out the blueprint for the operation, its demise is almost inevitable.

May 16, 2022

Why every IT manager should consider third-party data center maintenance

The majority of today’s businesses would not be able to operate without their data centers. Thus, it’s surprising to hear that IT managers report lacking in resources needed to keep an eye on the data centers..

May 6, 2022

10 must-know ITAD facts

Hardware management, especially for data center operators, gave birth to IT asset disposition (ITAD), a practice that helps businesses get the most out of their existing gear, helps them replace old gear, and..

May 4, 2022

What is ITAD and why does it matter for data center operators?

Businesses are growing increasingly dependent on technology, and as a result, the number of available hardware options is growing. This also means that businesses are increasingly faced with a major dilemma

May 2, 2022

How do you know it’s time to take on third-party maintenance

Challenging times call for robust business support like TPM, offering cost savings, extended IT asset life, and secure, smooth operations. Timing its adoption is crucial.

April 21, 2022

What should you move during data center decommissioning

Sooner or later, your servers will reach the end of their life cycle and face decommissioning as a complex and often stressful operation..

April 18, 2022

Data Center Decommissioning: What You Should Know

Eventually, servers' lifespans end. Organizing data center decommissioning is crucial. It's a complex operation involving vital and costly equipment.

April 11, 2022

Data Center Decommissioning: Safe and Smart Disposal of Mechanic-Electrical Assets

Data center decommissioning involves more than IT assets, including waste components like electrical devices and mechanical equipment. Proper planning is essential for safe, strategic, sustainable, and profitable decommissioning,

March 25, 2022

How to Get the Most Value from Your Decommissioning Provider

Business-relevant data stored in the cloud has doubled, with a steady 30% rise in the past five years. This trend is expected to accelerate further in the coming months.

March 9, 2022

What Does Data Center Decommissioning Entail?

Decommissioning a data center is a complex yet manageable process, involving multiple stages to address systems, components, and compliance with local regulations, industry standards, and best practices.

March 7, 2022

Retiring IT Assets – How to Make It Secure?

Only a tiny portion (17%) of IT assets undergo recycling on an annual basis. Billions of dollars are being wasted on the account of leaving these valuable resources at landfills instead of recycling them.

February 23, 2022

How do we recycle IT assets?

IT asset recycling is a structured approach that describes the methods in which these assets are procured, deployed, transported, managed, and tracked down as part of an organized process.

February 21, 2022

How to Comply with the Climate Neutral Data Center Pact?

The Climate Neutral Data Center Pact is the herald of new realities in the IT and electronic equipment recycling and recovery industry.

February 15, 2022

Getting Physical with IT Asset Disposal

Asset decommissioning is a resource-heavy and time-intensive process, but you do not have to make it more complicated and riskier by neglecting its physical security component.

February 13, 2022

Wait! Follow These 6 Steps for Data Center Relocation

Planning a data centre relocation is a job of tremendous significance, whether you operate a big organization or a small business.

February 10, 2022

Repair and Repurpose: Reducing the Educational Impact of a Digital Divide

Today, personal and collective success hinges on bridging the digital divide—a divide separating those with access to modern IT and communication resources from those without, shaping societal categories and regions.

February 4, 2022

Essential Tips for Ensuring Safe and Profitable Decommissioning

Providing safe and secure decommissioning is not only a default demand from the customers who accept nothing less today – it’s a treasure trove of value recovery opportunities for users in demand of the decommissioning services.

February 2, 2022

Getting to the Bleeding Edge of the Decommissioning Projects

Despite differences, circular economy principles, like green asset recovery, apply to both edge and traditional data center decommissioning, ensuring efficient and sustainable practices.

January 21, 2022

The Role of Product Life Cycle in TPM Planning

Discover benefits of Third Party Maintenance (TPM) vs. OEM warranties. Learn how product life cycle management enhances TPM services.

January 20, 2022

How to Get the Best Out of Third Party Maintenance?

As its name implies, Third Party Maintenance (TPM) is a service offered by third parties to provide hardware maintenance and support in place of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).

January 18, 2022

Today’s Hybrid Cloud Landscape

Cloud infrastructure is now ubiquitous, and the data-driven businesses of today are adopting a variety of approaches for their technology

July 24, 2021

5 Questions to Ask Your Data Center Decommissioning Vendor

Did you know that more and more business data is being stored in the cloud? With the change in working conditions last year, working from home has

April 8, 2021

7 Steps to Data Center Cabling Success

Cabling is one of the most critical elements of a data center. A number of different stumbling blocks can get in the way of your planning and

March 16, 2021

Your Guide to Data Center Shutdowns

Cloud infrastructure is now ubiquitous, and the data-driven businesses of today are adopting a variety of approaches for their technology

September 16, 2020

How to Decommission a Data Center

Cloud infrastructure is now ubiquitous, and the data-driven businesses of today are adopting a variety of approaches for their technology

April 16, 2020

Dataknox Solutions at GTC 2025: AI, Accelerated Computing, and Next-Gen Infrastructure Unveiled

Dataknox Solutions is live at NVIDIA’s GTC 2025, experiencing firsthand the next generation of AI computing, networking, and cloud infrastructure. This year’s conference is packed with game-changing innovations, including NVIDIA’s

DeepSeek: The Open-Source AI Revolution from China

The Chinese AI lab developed R1, an open-source reasoning model rivaling OpenAI's GPT-4 (o1), but at a fraction of the cost. Its efficiency stems from innovative training methods, bypassing reliance on hardware like Nvidia.

DeepSeek vs. ChatGPT: Which AI Tool Reigns Supreme

ChatGPT vs DeepSeek: Which AI platform reigns supreme? Dataknox analyzes the strengths, weaknesses, and ideal use cases of these powerful tools. Discover which AI ally is best for developers, creators, and business developers.

The Future of AI Infrastructure: Why More Companies are Opting to Rent Their Own AI Cloud Instances

AI is quickly transforming industries. The global AI software market is expected to reach $126 billion by 2025, thanks to a huge 270% increase in enterprise adoption over the last four years.

‍Why AI Digital Cloud Instances Are Superior to Traditional Cloud Services

As the demand for AI-driven applications continues to grow, busit.nesses are seeking cost-effective, high-performance solutions to accelerate their workflows. While traditional cloud services like AWS have long dominated the...

AI Regulation and Its Impact on the Tech Industry: What You Need to Know

Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming one of the most transformative technologies of our time. From autonomous vehicles to predictive analytics, AI is reshaping industries and changing the way we work and live.

The Rise of AI-Powered Data Centers: How AI is Shaping the Future of IT Infrastructure

In the fast-evolving tech landscape, AI continues to make waves across industries. One of the most exciting trends in recent years is the rise of AI-powered data centers.

The Future of Cloud Solutions: Scaling with Dataknox

Cloud computing is revolutionizing the way businesses operate by providing on-demand access to computing power, storage, and applications. As companies increasingly migrate to the cloud, having a partner that can offer flexible...

Accelerating Innovation with Dataknox AI Hardware Solutions

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept; it’s a business imperative that is driving innovation across industries. To stay competitive, companies need access to powerful AI hardware that can process large ...

The Importance of IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) in Modern Business

Managing aging IT equipment is one of the biggest challenges modern businesses face. Without the proper processes in place, companies can find themselves vulnerable to data breaches, compliance issues, and unnecessary costs.

Transforming IT with Dataknox Solutions: Your Trusted Value-Added Reseller (VAR)

In today’s competitive business landscape, simply purchasing hardware isn’t enough to stay ahead. Companies need a partner that understands their unique needs and provides strategic solutions tailored to their IT infrastructure.

What is ITAD? Understanding IT Asset Disposition

In today’s fast-evolving tech landscape, managing aging IT equipment is critical for businesses of all sizes. This is where IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) comes into play.

Exploring the Positive Impacts of AI on the Job Market

Artificial intelligence has moved beyond the realm of science fiction to become a powerful force reshaping various industries and job sectors.

Is the AI Bubble Bursting? Understanding the Recent Stock Market Dips

The stock market saw major declines, with the S&P 500 dropping 3% on August 5. This raises concerns about an AI bubble burst. Despite heavy investments, recent earnings reports from Big Tech have disappointed.

Clash of LLM Titans: Llama 3, GPT-4, and Gemini

AI rapidly evolves, transforming society. From healthcare to transportation, AI's potential is vast. Ethical development is crucial for a responsible AI future.

Exploring the Evolution: Intel Gaudi 2 to Gaudi 3

Intel's Gaudi 3 AI accelerator, unveiled at Intel Vision 2024, offers significant improvements over Gaudi 2 with a 5nm process, 128GB HBM2e memory, and 1.835 petaflops of compute, enhancing AI performance and efficiency.

Nvidia H200 vs GH200: Pioneering AI Hardware for Future

Nvidia's H200 and GH200 GPUs boost AI and HPC with advanced memory and integration. Dataknox Solutions provides these globally with expert support, ensuring optimal configurations and seamless integration for large-scale AI tasks.

The New GeForce RTX SUPER GPUs: Revolutionizing AI on PCs

CES 2024 was a stunning display of tech, with AI as the main attraction. Ironically, many showcased AI innovations were just basic machine learning, not fully realizing AI's true potential.

Consumer Electronics Show 2024: The Mirage of AI

CES 2024 was a stunning display of tech, with AI as the main attraction. Ironically, many showcased AI innovations were just basic machine learning, not fully realizing AI's true potential.

AMD Instinct MI300X and MI300A: Revolutionizing High-Performance Computing

AMD's Instinct MI300X, a GPU-only chip, is designed for AI tasks, replacing CPU chiplets with more GPUs. With 192 GB of HBM3 memory, it rivals Nvidia's H100, aiming to dominate the AI accelerator market.

Harnessing the Power of AI with Dataknox Solutions: An Exciting Partnership with Inspur, Gigabyte, and Supermicro

Harnessing the Power of AI with Dataknox Solutions: An Exciting Partnership with Inspur, Gigabyte, and Supermicro

SONiC under Linux Foundation means more opportunities for network innovation in enterprises

Microsoft shifting Software for Open Networking in the Cloud (SONiC), an open-source networking operating system, under the Linux Foundation umbrella opens a whole lot of possibilities to innovate in a space that’s in need of it.

Dataknox buys and sells used IBM hardware

We deal with an extensive network of buyers on the secondary market who are interested in purchasing used equipment. This allows Dataknox to make consistent, above-average price offers on any excess IT hardware,

Dataknox will buy and resell your used AdTran equipment

Have any NetVanta or other AdTran equipment you no longer need and don’t know what to do with it?

99.99% Design Availability From Day 1 Is Just What Your Data Center Needs

Here at Dataknox, we are ready to provide you with all the information you need to make a sound decision because at the end of the day - you not only want but need to know what’s going on.

Dataknox buys and sells used Brocade and Foundry equipment

We’ll take off your hands all of your used Brocade or Foundry equipment

Shifting to Modular: Reimagining Data Center Commissioning

These days, increased demand for construction services and the acceleration of the construction process as a whole demand a change in best practices for commissioning (Cx).

Data Center Commissioning - Understanding the Process and Its Benefits

Data center commissioning is still often misunderstood, which makes the definition of the term very unclear. As a result, some of the most beneficial commissioning techniques are overlooked due to differing points of view.

Eight stages of data center commissioning - breakdown

Any data center commissioning project needs to be properly broken down and structured, as that allows the managers to keep track of the progress, and the budget, and minimize any potential risks. 

What Is NVMe-oF And How It Can Help You

NVMe (NVM Express), on the other hand, was completely optimized for flash storage. It allowed for better communication between modern memory and host hardware or software by giving them access to higher levels of parallelism.

Third-party maintenance programs - the best way to reduce IT expenses

Studies have shown that an average company spends a whopping 8.2% of its yearly earnings to cover its IT expenses. In this world in which IT is the cornerstone of all business operations, someone was bound to find a way to profit.

Have Old Cisco Routers Lying Around? Sell them to Dataknox

Here at Dataknox, we offer top-tier liquidation services and waste no time in buying your obsolete Cisco routers. By contacting us, you’ll receive a return on your investment almost instantly!

5 signs that show you need a third-party maintenance provider

The way most organizations nowadays approach the maintenance of IT assets is somewhat limited. They either do everything in-house or rely on the original OEMs. However, those two aren’t always the right options. 

Have Old Cisco Switches Lying Around? Sell Them To Dataknox

Do you have any surplus end-of-life technology like Cisco switches that only take up valuable storage space? If you do, you’re eligible to receive some extra cash!

Are Third-Party Providers a Great Option for Maintenance?

IT assets are valuable but not immortal. Eventually, they reach the end of their functionality. The immediate solution? Buying new equipment.

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