UCS B200 M2
UCS B200 M2
The Cisco UCS B200 M2 reached end of service life on Dec 2, 2017. Third-party maintenance keeps it supported — 24/7 engineering support and same-day replacement parts — at 40-70% below OEM renewal pricing. Coverage is available across North America, the United Kingdom and Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific and Latin America, with next-business-day or 4-hour onsite response and no OEM software contract required.
- 24x7 support desk
- 4-hour onsite in major metros
- Spares held for every model we quote
- 5+ years past end of service life
- No OEM software contract required
- One contract for the whole rack
Cisco UCS B200 M2 - Third party support available
Specifications
- family
- UCS
UCS B200 M2 Third-Party Maintenance Pricing
Choose the response level you need. We send an indicative price within 24 hours and a firm quote within 48, typically 40-70% below the OEM renewal.
Parts and engineer onsite next business day; 24x7 phone support.
Quote this level4-hour onsite response in major metros, business hours.
Quote this levelMission-critical: 4-hour onsite response around the clock, 365 days.
Quote this levelCoverage across North America, the United Kingdom and Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific and Latin America. Hardware maintenance does not require an active VMware, Broadcom or other OEM software contract.
OEM vs. 3rd Party Support
See how 3rd party maintenance compares to traditional OEM support for your UCS B200 M2. Get the same level of service at a fraction of the cost.
| Feature | OEM Support | 3rd Party Support |
|---|---|---|
| Post-EOSL Support | ||
| 24/7/365 Support | ||
| Same-Day Parts Replacement | Limited | |
| Mixed-Vendor Support | ||
| Flexible Contract Terms | Annual Only | Month-to-Month Available |
| Asset Lifecycle Extension | ||
| OEM-Trained Engineers |
Why Choose 3rd Party Support for UCS B200 M2?
Save 40-70%
Dramatically reduce your maintenance costs while maintaining the same level of support coverage.
Extend Asset Life
Continue using your UCS B200 M2 well beyond the OEM end-of-life date.
24/7 Expert Support
OEM-trained engineers available around the clock with same-day parts replacement.
UCS B200 M2 Support: Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Cisco UCS B200 M2 still supported?
Cisco ended support for the UCS B200 M2 on Dec 2, 2017. Third-party maintenance remains available and keeps the UCS B200 M2 supported with 24/7 engineering support and same-day replacement parts.
When is the Cisco UCS B200 M2 end of service life (EOSL) date?
Cisco lists the end of service life for the UCS B200 M2 as Dec 2, 2017.
Can I keep using the UCS B200 M2 after its EOSL date?
Yes. EOSL means Cisco stops selling support contracts and issuing updates — the equipment itself keeps working. Third-party maintenance provides engineering support and replacement parts for as long as you choose to run it.
How much does third-party support for the UCS B200 M2 cost?
Typically 40-70% below the OEM maintenance renewal price. Exact pricing depends on quantity, service level and location. You get an indicative price within 24 hours and a firm quote within 48.
Cisco UCS B200, C220 and C240 end of support: every model, every date
The UCS B200 M2 is one of the Cisco UCS B200, C220 and C240 servers in our catalog. The family guide lists each generation's end of service life date, what changes on that date, and what maintenance costs.
Read the Cisco UCS B200, C220 and C240 end-of-support guide →