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        Let's Simplify...FAQ:
 

 

  Why should I use SMARTnet?
  How to choose the right service options?  
 
How do I request a quote?

 How do I find my serial numbers?
  How long is the renewal process?
  Am I eligible for deeper discounts?
  Has my contract been updated?
  How will I know when my contract expires?
  Will I have access to my contract?
  How do I create a CCO ID?
 
   
   Why should I use SMARTnet?
       Create a direct relationship with Cisco Systems
 
Cisco SMARTnet Maintenance Service contracts provides for minimal to full support services directly from Cisco Systems. The SMARTnet contract provides hardware replacement services, access to Cisco support engineers and access to software maintenance upgrades. Service terms vary with contract levels and may offer replacement services, 24 x 7 accesses to Cisco TAC support services and full software maintenance and upgrade access for all covered Cisco Components.

To assist you in the establishment and management of your Cisco SMARTnet contracts will be a Digital Dimension Account Manager with Cisco Certifications that may include: CPSE, CCDA and CCNA.  Contract management issues that you may expect assistance on may include: 

    
Pro-Rating
    
Co-Terming
    
Additions/Deletions
    
Consolidation of Multiple Contracts
    
Renewal Notifications
    
Price Discounting Options

Cisco SMARTnet Service Contracts provide for added assurance, a sense of reliability and a more stable and reliable internal network for you to manage.

     

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   How to choose the right service options?
      Most clients choose the following:

                      SNT   : 8x5xNBD(Next Business Day)
                      SNTP : 24x7x4

In an effort to cut costs, organizations have been evaluating service level options more carefully.  As a general rule, Digital Dimension recommends the following:

CORE HARDWARE : SNTP
EDGE HARDWARE : SNT

Your needs may require other service options as well, call our Sales Department with questions: Toll Free  866-316-7550 Option 2.

  Find The Right Contract Service Level For Your Network.

       SMARTnet and SMARTnet Onsite Entitlements:

     Major and minor maintenance releases of Cisco IOS® Software via
    Cisco.com or media (upon request)

   Registered access to Cisco.com 24x7
 

   24x7 access to Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) via phone,
    email or through Cisco.com

   Onsite field engineer (SMARTnet Onsite only), depending upon
    delivery options listed above

   Advance hardware replacement.  Four delivery options are available,
    depending on response time requirements.
     
    
  SMARTnet 8x5xNext Business Day
 
  Delivery of hardware replacement parts the next business day, provided that the request is received before 3 p.m. local time

SMARTnet 8x5x4

  Delivery of hardware replacement parts, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, within four-hour response time

SMARTnet 24x7x4

  Delivery of hardware replacement parts, 24 hours a day, 7 days per week, within four-hour response time

SMARTnet 24x7x2

  Delivery of hardware replacement parts, 24 hours a day, 7 days per week, within two-hour response time.

                                     

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   How do I request a quote?
      Pricing is simple with Digital Dimension

In order to receive the most accurate quote along with the BEST possible pricing, simply provide your Digital Dimension Account Manager with the serial numbers of your Cisco hardware components that you wish to receive coverage on.   From those serial numbers, we will be able to determine which hardware is currently under contract, correct discrepancies, co-term and pro-rate each unit to a specific date.  If your Cisco hardware is currently under contract, you may choose any renewal date you like, however, if a contract does not exist, you may only request a minimum of a one year contract.

Accurate serial numbers are the key to quick renewals.  They also provide us with the opportunities to pro-rate contracts to save you more.

Toll Free 866-316-7550

 

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   How do I find my serial numbers?
      Accurate serial numbers are the key to a quick renewals

There are several different ways to determine your serial numbers:

1.  Visually from the hardware.
        To locate the serial number on your hardware, you may use the
        following link: 
http://tools.cisco.com/Support/CPI/index.do

2.  Run a "SHOW VERSION" from the CLI.

3.  Use the Cisco Works software.

4.  Research existing contracts.

Digital Dimension will be glad to assist you in the discovery process.

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   How long is the renewal process?
      Your renewal will be complete within 3-4 days

The typical renewal process will be completed in 3-4 days after the purchase order has been received.

 

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   Am I eligible for deeper discounts?
      Your discount structure is dependant on your organizational type

The discount structure your organization will receive will be determined by one of the following categories:

                                1. Commercial (All others)
                                2. Government (.GOV)
                                3. Educational (.EDU)

 

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   Has my contract been updated?
      Updates are viewable via the web 

All SMARTnet contracts are viewable through the Cisco Systems website.  The website address is as follows: 

http://www.cisco.com/public/scc/

Your contract information is available in detail.
 

 

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   How will I know when my contract expires?
      Digital Dimension will contact you 30-60 days prior to expiration

Digital Dimension will contact your organization 30-60 days prior to the expiration date of your contract.  This will allow for adequate time to keep your hardware covered and under contract.

If you are not a current SMARTnet client of ours, but would like to receive the complimentary benefits of our "Auto Renewal Notification" program, simply click here to sign up. 

Sign Up    
 

 

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   Will I have access to my contracts?
      Contracts are viewable via the website

All SMARTnet contracts are viewable through Cisco Systems website.  The website address is as follows: 

http://www.cisco.com/public/scc/

In order to view your contract information, you must have a valid CCO ID which has been linked to your contract.  See below for "How Do I Create A CCO ID"
 

 

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   How do I create a CCO ID?
    
 Creating a CCO ID is simple

To create a CCO ID, please use the following link:

http://tools.cisco.com/RPF/register/register.do


After you register, you will need to associate your CCO ID to your contract.  Digital Dimension will be glad to help you with this process.  Contact your rep for more assistance.

 

 

 

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