Instead of disposing of used servers, most companies choose to sell them to resellers and collectors. Used server for sale are usually refurbished and may be dealt with with accessories such as housing, cabinets, cooling fans, power strips, LCD monitors, etc. To avoid hassles associated with poor servers, keep a few things in mind.
Your needs
Are you a small business owner who needs to upgrade your computer system in your office or an IT professional who needs to replace multi-core servers in your company? Determine the role of the server in your business. If you need servers for files and printers only, a small, cheaper server will suffice. However, if your company uses dozens of applications, and an up-to-date server can be your option.
Server’s specifications
Specifications to be considered include a processor, operating system, memory, hard disk, and video adapter. The general rule for processor and memory specs is that the higher the number, the faster the machine. You can choose among several operating systems available for servers, such as Windows Server or Microsoft Small Business Server (SBS). Before purchasing, check whether the hard disk and video adapter is compatible with the server itself and your system.
Place to buy
There are several ways to look for brand new and Used servers for sale. First is to look into online directories that feature a comprehensive list of server resellers and distributors in your area. You can also ask the manufacturer of your current system for older models that were not sold or traded in for upgrades. Buyers can also visit government auctions which liquidates brand new servers.
A vendor that offers enhancements
Please select at least three vendors from your list and check whether they offer extras for servers. These enhancements may refer to accessories that are not provided when buying brand new servers. Pick the vendor that offers “redundancy” in the form of extra hard drives, power supplies, and fans. Some used server packages may also include free antivirus software.
Your budget
Purchasing a server should be a long term investment. Compare different price ranges and determine which gives you the best value for your money. A competitive price does not mean the lowest price, but the price is relevant to the quality.
Warranty
Unless the server is not that critical to your business, you should consider the warranty that comes with it. Choose Used servers for sale with a warranty so you will be treated as a priority customer during repairs. Used servers without warranty will make you wait for about 5 weeks or more when being repaired.