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Practical guides for people buying network hardware in Australia. How to read Cisco part codes, what changes when a product goes end of life, when refurbished is the right call, and how to pick the right cable or transceiver. Written by the team who source and test this gear every day.
Finding the right firewall is not always as simple as ordering the latest model from your IT provider or distributor. The unit you need may be on extended back order, or already past its end of sale date. XS Network...
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Send us the part code, the port count, or just the problem. We will come back with options across new, refurbished and end of life stock.
In the fast-paced world of Australian IT infrastructure, a $20 cable shouldn't be the reason your $20,000 rack deployment is delayed. Yet, finding the exact connector combination, like a specific C19...
Compatible equipment refers to third-party hardware designed to work seamlessly with major networking brands at a lower cost. At XS Network Tech, our Blue Cable Co® transceivers are fully compatible...
The best fibre cable for your transceiver depends on distance, speed, and compatibility. Use OM4 multimode cables for short-range, high-speed links and OS1 singlemode cables for long-distance connections. All Blue...
100% copper Ethernet cables offer stronger conductivity, higher data speeds, and full PoE support — while cheap CCA (Copper-Clad Aluminium) cables cause signal loss, overheating, and often fail Australian compliance...
The best SFP transceiver depends on your network’s compatibility, performance, and budget. Cisco, Meraki, Aruba, and Juniper SFPs offer guaranteed OEM support, while Blue Cable Co® SFPs from XS Net...