What is Juniper CPO or Certified Pre-Owned?
The abbreviation "CPO" or also "JCPO" stands for "Juniper Certified Pre-Owned" and declares products of the manufacturer Juniper Networks, which have been refurbished by the manufacturer itself or by partners authorised by the manufacturer.
Are CPO articles comparable to new Juniper products?
CPO products are particularly characterised by the high level of quality in refurbishment, the hardware is absolutely like new. The same guarantee applies as for new goods. In addition, CPO products are re-licensed and can be taken again under the Juniper maintenance contract "Juniper Care". As a customer you also have access to the JTAC (Juniper Networks Technical Assistance Center).
Which product types are offered through the CPO programme?
Juiper offers a range of active (new products available for purchase) and discontinued (EOL) products from its portfolio in the CPO program, including switches, routers, security devices, WLAN components and various accessories.
Where do the products for the JCPO channel come from?
Juniper's CPO program offers refurbished network equipment from trade-ins, lease returns, and excess inventory.
When should I consider CPO products?
In general, you should always check whether items are also available in the CPO channel, as they have the same quality at a much more attractive price. Often a mix of Juniper CPO hardware and new products is a good way to get the most out of your budget.
In addition to the obvious price advantage and greater availability due to multiple distribution channels, this helps you to use valuable resources wisely and reduce your carbon footprint by extending the life cycle of this hardware. It is rarely so easy, profitable and convenient to do good for the environment!