RE: router lifetime

["George Bonser" <gbonser () seven com>]

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Franck Martin 
> Sent: Saturday, October 02, 2010 4:23 PM
> To: nanog () nanog org
> Subject: router lifetime
>
> How long do you keep a router in production?

It depends on its purpose in the network, the change in requirements for that purpose over time,  and the vendor's 
support of the device.

A router handing 10Meg of traffic between offices might last until the vendor abandons all support of the unit. A 
router in a segment where traffic rates are changing rapidly might need replacement sooner.  Sometimes it is the 
introduction of some new technology that drives a change in equipment if the new feature provides some overall benefit.

> What is your cycle for replacement of equipment?

No set in stone replacement cycle.