Thread: HP trade-in program targets Cisco Catalyst base

HP launched a trade-in program aimed at Cisco customers with an aging infrastructure. HP Networking's "A Catalyst for Change" Cisco trade-in promotion entices candidates to migrate to an HP infrastructure with an upfront 20% discount off the list price of its switches.

HP estimates that nearly $9 billion in Cisco networking equipment is approaching end of life or service.

To qualify for the 20% discount on HP A-Series and E-Series switches, Cisco customers must trade-in eligible Cisco Catalyst 2960/S, 3560/E or X, 3750/E or X, 4500 E, 4900 or 6500 series switches, as well as Nexus 5000 or 7000 series switches. To smooth the transition, HP claims "proven" interoperability with Cisco gear, as well as planning and migration services, and fast-track certification training.

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