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Market analysis, pricing trends, and insights for data center hardware professionals.
Used Server Market Trends: Q2 2026 Report
Our Q2 2026 analysis of the used data center hardware market — 16th-gen supply growth, the first used H100 systems, softening A100 values, and the half-year picture.
iDRAC, iLO, and Out-of-Band Licenses: The Hidden Resale Value Multiplier
Dell iDRAC and HPE iLO license tiers quietly add 5-10% to used server prices. Here's how the licenses persist, how to check yours, and how to sell it properly.
Where to Sell Used Servers in 2026: Channels Compared
eBay, forums, brokers, ITAD, liquidators, and local pickup compared on price, effort, and risk — plus a decision framework based on how many units you're moving.
The DDR5 Transition Is Reshaping Used Server Prices
The DDR4-to-DDR5 platform split is now the dominant force in the secondary server market. Here's how it's repricing both sides of the divide — and what DDR4 fleet holders should expect.
Buying Used Meraki Hardware? Read This First
Used Meraki switches are useless without an active license — and worthless if still claimed to another dashboard. Here's how to verify before you buy, and what it means for resale.
Selling Used Storage Arrays: NetApp, Pure Storage, and Dell EMC
Why storage arrays are harder to resell than servers, and how to navigate licensing, support transfer, and data sanitization for NetApp, Pure, and Dell EMC systems.
Used Network Switch Buying Guide: Cisco, Arista, and Juniper Compared
What to check before buying a used network switch — licensing state, airflow direction, PoE budget — plus how Cisco, Arista, and Juniper compare on the secondary market.
Server Depreciation Curves: How Enterprise Hardware Loses Value
Enterprise servers don't depreciate linearly. Understanding the four phases of the server value curve — and what accelerates or slows each one — is the key to timing your buys and sells.
How to Sell Used Cisco Networking Equipment: Switches, Routers, and More
How to price and sell used Cisco switches and routers, including licensing pitfalls, optics as separate line items, and choosing the right sales channel.
How to Sell Used HPE ProLiant Servers: A Complete Guide
How to price, prepare, and sell used HPE ProLiant DL380 and DL360 servers, including iLO licensing, Smart Array quirks, and channel strategy.
Used Server Market Trends: Q1 2026 Report
Our quarterly analysis of the used data center hardware market — pricing movements, supply trends, and what's driving demand in Q1 2026.
Best Used Servers for Home Labs in 2026
Our top picks for used enterprise servers that make excellent home lab platforms — balancing performance, noise, power draw, and price.
How to Sell Used Dell PowerEdge Servers: A Complete Guide
Step-by-step guide to getting the best price for your used Dell PowerEdge servers, from valuation to closing the sale.
GPU Server Buying Guide: NVIDIA A100 vs. H100 on the Used Market
Comparing used A100 and H100 GPU servers — performance per dollar, availability, and what to watch out for when buying used AI/ML hardware.
Before You Sell: Data Center Equipment Decommission Checklist
The complete pre-sale checklist for decommissioning data center hardware — from asset inventory to compliance documentation.
How Broadcom's VMware Changes Are Reshaping Used Hardware Prices
Broadcom's VMware licensing overhaul is driving organizations to alternative hypervisors — and creating ripple effects across the used server market.
ITAD vs. Direct Sale: Which Gets You More for Used Equipment?
Comparing ITAD vendor buybacks with direct sales channels — when each makes sense and how to maximize your return either way.
Used vs. Refurbished Servers: What's the Difference and Which Should You Buy?
Understanding the real differences between used and refurbished servers — warranties, testing, pricing, and when each option makes sense.
How to Safely Wipe Server Drives Before Selling
NIST 800-88 compliant methods for securely erasing HDDs, SSDs, and NVMe drives before selling or disposing of server hardware.
Shipping Rack Servers: Packaging, Freight, and Avoiding Damage
How to properly package and ship rack-mount servers. Covers materials, methods, freight options, and insurance for safe transit.