Advanced level · Module 5: Network Operations and Careers · Lesson 3 of 4
Procurement and Equipment Lifecycle
Buy the right equipment at the right cost and replace it on time.
In this lesson you will
- Write a bill of materials
- Plan equipment lifecycle and support
Key concepts
requirements-based specificationbill of materialswarranty and supportend of life
The lesson
Specify equipment from requirements: ports, throughput, PoE for access points, management features and support.
A bill of materials lists every item, quantity, unit price, total and supplier, including cables, racks and power.
Track warranty, support and end-of-life dates and budget for replacement.
Step by step
- Write specifications.
- Collect quotes.
- Build the bill of materials.
- Record lifecycle dates.
Practice activity
Build the costed bill of materials for the capstone design.
Expected result: A complete, costed bill of materials.
Check your understanding
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What is PoE used for?
Show answer
Powering devices such as access points through the network cable.
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Why track end-of-life dates?
Show answer
To replace equipment before it loses support.
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