Mixed Networking Equipment

Mixed networking equipment removed from offices, enterprise networks, data centers, telecommunications infrastructure, industrial facilities and IT environments. Includes switches, routers, firewalls, wireless access points, network modules, optical transceivers and related networking hardware intended for recycling and material recovery.

Visual Identification

Mixed lots of networking equipment including desktop and rackmount devices, optical modules, communication hardware and related network accessories in various sizes and configurations.

Contains

Printed circuit boards, processors, memory chips, power supplies, aluminum, steel, copper, gold-plated connectors, cooling fans, optical modules and electronic components.

Common Sources

Offices, enterprise IT departments, data centers, telecommunications operators, internet service providers, industrial facilities, educational institutions, banks and government organizations.

Handling Notes

Keep equipment as complete as possible. Separate networking equipment from servers, computers and telecommunications equipment where practical. Stack heavy rack units securely to prevent damage.

Hazards

Heavy rack equipment may require lifting equipment. Some units may contain backup batteries, damaged power supplies, sharp metal edges or broken optical connectors.