Nimble CS260
Nimble CS260
The HPE Nimble CS260 reached end of service life on Dec 31, 2019. 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
HPE Nimble CS260 - Third party support available
Specifications
- family
- Nimble
Nimble CS260 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 Nimble CS260. 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 Nimble CS260?
Save 40-70%
Dramatically reduce your maintenance costs while maintaining the same level of support coverage.
Extend Asset Life
Continue using your Nimble CS260 well beyond the OEM end-of-life date.
24/7 Expert Support
OEM-trained engineers available around the clock with same-day parts replacement.
Nimble CS260 Support: Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HPE Nimble CS260 still supported?
HPE ended support for the Nimble CS260 on Dec 31, 2019. Third-party maintenance remains available and keeps the Nimble CS260 supported with 24/7 engineering support and same-day replacement parts.
When is the HPE Nimble CS260 end of service life (EOSL) date?
HPE lists the end of service life for the Nimble CS260 as Dec 31, 2019.
Can I keep using the Nimble CS260 after its EOSL date?
Yes. EOSL means HPE 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 Nimble CS260 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.
HPE Nimble Storage end of support: every model, every date
The Nimble CS260 is one of the HPE Nimble Storage arrays 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 HPE Nimble Storage end-of-support guide →