Cisco Smart Net Total Care - Extended Service - Service Ucs Fabric Interconnect 6454

Protect your Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect 6454 investment with Cisco Smart Net Total Care Extended Service. This comprehensive maintenance solution combines 8x5 support with Next Business Day hardware exchanges, robust parts coverage, and direct phone access to Cisco’s Technical Assistance Center (TAC). Designed for data centers, enterprise IT environments, and mission-critical workloads, the service minimizes downtime, accelerates problem resolution, and simplifies IT operations by centralizing maintenance under a single, scalable agreement. With proactive guidance, rapid replacements, and predictable budgeting, you can extend the life of your UCS infrastructure while maximizing uptime and performance across your virtualized and physical environments.

• Comprehensive hardware coverage with rapid exchanges — The 8x5x Next Business Day Exchange ensures prompt hardware replacements, helping you keep critical Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect 6454 systems online and available for production workloads while minimizing unplanned downtime.
• Inclusive support and expert guidance — Phone support is included to resolve issues quickly, backed by Cisco’s Technical Assistance Center (TAC) and a rich knowledge base, enabling efficient troubleshooting, configuration assistance, and best-practice guidance across your UCS deployment.
• Parts availability and operational efficiency — Parts coverage reduces procurement delays and accelerates repairs, lowering risk to uptime and enabling IT teams to focus on strategic initiatives rather than component shortages or logistics challenges.
• Lifecycle management and ROI optimization — Extended service protects your investment by extending hardware life, improving reliability, and delivering predictable budgeting with a single renewals process, ultimately enhancing return on investment for your UCS infrastructure.
• Simple, scalable service for growing data centers — This service adapts as your data center expands, offering a scalable maintenance contract that supports multiple UCS components and sites, simplifying renewals and ensuring consistent coverage for future deployments.

Technical Details of Cisco Smart Net Total Care - Extended Service - Service Ucs Fabric Interconnect 6454

• Service Type: Extended Service for Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect 6454
• Coverage Model: 8x5x Next Business Day Exchange
• Included Support: Phone Support and access to Cisco TAC
• Parts Coverage: Parts availability for eligible components
• Device Coverage: UCS Fabric Interconnect 6454 units covered under the contract
• Renewal and Eligibility: Renewal options available to maintain continuous protection

Note: Exact specifications may vary by SKU/UPC. Refer to the SKU-specific spec sheet on the vendor site for precise details.

How to install Cisco Smart Net Total Care - Extended Service - Service Ucs Fabric Interconnect 6454

To activate coverage and ensure seamless support for your Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect 6454, follow these steps:

• Identify the exact SKU/UPC of your UCS Fabric Interconnect 6454 and confirm eligibility for Smart Net Total Care Extended Service.
• Register the device(s) with Cisco Smart Net Total Care through your Cisco account or your authorized partner portal.
• Verify that the service contract aligns with your data center’s hardware lifecycle and renewal timelines.
• Configure service settings in the Cisco support portal to enable proactive alerts, case routing, and access to the TAC resources.
• Test coverage by opening a non-urgent service request to validate response times and ensure the account is properly linked to the device(s).

Frequently asked questions

• What is Cisco Smart Net Total Care - Extended Service for UCS Fabric Interconnect 6454? This is Cisco's comprehensive maintenance contract that includes hardware exchange, parts availability, and phone support to help ensure uptime and reliability for the Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect 6454 within your data center.
• What does 8x5x Next Business Day mean? It denotes business-hour support (8 hours per day, 5 days per week) with hardware exchange delivered by the next business day after service request submission, minimizing downtime for critical equipment.
• Does this service include phone support? Yes. Phone support is included to help diagnose issues, coordinate replacements, and guide deployment and troubleshooting with Cisco TAC engineers.
• Can I renew or expand coverage? Yes. The Extended Service is designed to be renew-able and scalable, allowing you to add additional UCS devices or expand coverage as your data center grows.
• Which devices are covered? The contract covers Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect 6454 systems and related components as defined in the service agreement, subject to eligibility and location.