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A better equipment request starts with a few details.
Use this checklist to make quotes easier to compare and help the equipment arrive with the components your project needs.
Before you ask for a quote
Identify the equipment
List manufacturer, full part number and quantity. Include the installed model if you are replacing a device, and note whether an exact match is required.
Describe the configuration
Specify power supplies, modules, airflow, optics, rack hardware and accessories. Include photos or a configuration list when useful.
Explain the project
Share your condition preference, shipping destination and need-by date. Include staging or labeling requirements before the quote is finalized.
When you compare quotes
- Check that model numbers and quantities match your request.
- Confirm condition and the inspection or testing applicable to refurbished items.
- Compare included components, not only the price of the base unit.
- Review written warranty, return and shipping terms.
- Confirm software, subscriptions and registration requirements separately.
- Make sure the required delivery date and destination are understood.
Copy this into your request
Manufacturer / part number:
Quantity:
Condition preference:
Required modules and accessories:
Shipping destination:
Need-by date:
Exact match or alternatives:
Preparation requirements:
Ready when you are.
Paste your list into the quote form or email a spreadsheet to request@optimumdata.com.