A New Name. A Legendary Legacy.

Rocking your networking equipment needs

Born from the ashes of a legendary 20+ year old used networking equipment industry pioneer, newly formed RackStar Networks takes center stage as the next evolution in cost savings, customer service, performance, reliability, and innovation to fulfil your networking equipment needs.

The same trusted experts. The same commitment to excellence. A new name.

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We Buy & Sell Used Network Equipment

Save 50% to 90% off of your networking equipment needs.

Specializing in used and refurbished networking equipment from Arista, Cisco and Juniper Networks as well as servers and storage from Dell and HP.

We Buy & Sell Used Networking Equipment

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Wireless Networking

Wireless equipment and professional services

We offer a wide array of solutions to meet your needs. From wireless site survey's to heat map analysis, design, configuration and installation. No job is too large or too small, RackStar Networks' highly trained wireless network services team ensures efficient, skillful and knowledgeable execution on each phase of your wireless project.

Engineered coverage. Predictable performance. Wireless done right.

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Global Procurement

Sell RackStar Your Networking Equipment

RackStar buys your used networking equipment and turns it into real value you can use today. Whether it’s “new” unopened hardware, refurbished gear, or end-of-life equipment, we’ll evaluate your assets and make a competitive offer. You can take the payout as cash you can put straight in the bank, or apply the proceeds as credit toward a current or future RackStar purchase.

Competitive market pricing Cash or purchase credit All lifecycle stages

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OEM NETWORKING EQUIPMENT DEALER

RackStar is a New OEM Networking Equipment Dealer

We offer current-generation network hardware from leading OEMs, aligned to your roadmap, procurement strategy and budget. Offering new networking equipment from Arisa, Barracuda, Fortinet, Ruckus, Supermicro and Ubiquiti.

Authorized sourcing Fast, accurate quoting Delivered on schedule

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Wireless Networking

Design, refresh, and optimize wireless coverage-APs, controllers, and best-practice deployment guidance.

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Used Networking Equipment

Source pre-owned gear with confidence-tested inventory, cost savings, and fast turnaround on hard-to-find parts.

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Structured Cabling

Clean, scalable cabling-copper, fiber, rack/IDF buildouts, labeling, and documentation for long-term reliability.

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Buy New Networking Equipment

Get new hardware with clear lead times and sourcing help-build the right BOM without wasting cycles.

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WHY CHOOSE RACKSTAR NETWORKS

We Build Networks That Earn A Standing Ovation

From new and used networking hardware to wireless engineering and structured cabling, RackStar Networks delivers end-to-end solutions trusted by IT teams worldwide. Our team pairs real-world technical expertise with exceptional customer service to design, source, and implement infrastructure that keeps critical networks reliable and scalable.

IT Experience You Can Rely On, Processes You Can Trust

RackStar Networks supports IT teams through critical sourcing, transition, and deployment initiatives with a focus on predictability, accuracy, and accountability. We combine real-world IT experience with clearly defined processes to help organizations make informed decisions, execute changes safely, and keep systems operational throughout every phase of a project. From hardware procurement and asset recovery to engineering services, our work is structured to reduce risk, control cost, and respect the realities of production environments.

Silicon Valley HQ • Global Support
Documented Process • Transparent Execution
Fast Quoting • Realistic Lead Times

What RackStar Does

We help organizations design, source, transition, and support infrastructure with predictable outcomes. From new and used networking equipment to wireless and structured cabling-RackStar is built to reduce friction across procurement, deployment, and lifecycle transitions.

  • New & used networking equipment
  • Asset recovery & buyback programs
  • Data center decommissioning
  • Wireless & structured cabling engineering

How We Work

Reliability isn’t improvised. Every engagement is planned, validated, and executed with clear ownership. We communicate early, document decisions, and follow through-so projects stay aligned and teams aren’t left troubleshooting surprises after go-live.

Validate first Communicate clearly Document outcomes Support long-term

Where RackStar Came From

RackStar was built by engineers and operators who spent years supporting real enterprise environments- where timelines are tight, dependencies are complex, and execution matters. Over time, we expanded from pure hardware sourcing into complete lifecycle support: engineered deployments, infrastructure transitions, and asset recovery-so customers could work with one accountable partner end-to-end.

Based in the heart of Silicon Valley, supporting teams worldwide.

Products We Represent

In addition to sourcing high-quality used networking equipment from Arista Networks, Juniper Networks, and Cisco Systems, RackStar Networks supplies new, manufacturer-authorized networking and infrastructure products from leading OEMs trusted by enterprises, service providers, and data center operators worldwide. By supporting both new and validated used platforms, RackStar gives customers greater flexibility to balance performance, reliability, and budget-delivering right-sized solutions without compromising accountability or long-term support.

New OEM Products
  • Networking hardware & optics (OEM-sourced)
  • Wireless infrastructure & accessories
  • Structured cabling components
  • Data center infrastructure essentials

Request a quote with part numbers and quantities for a fast yes/no and realistic lead times.

Used Equipment
  • Arista Networks (switching, routing, optics)
  • Cisco Systems (switching, routing, optics)
  • Juniper Networks (data center switching)
  • Dell (network servers)
  • HPE (network servers)
  • Supermicro (network servers)

Used inventory is validated for condition and matched for compatibility where possible.

Meet the Team

RackStar is led by hands-on operators with deep experience across enterprise networking, infrastructure delivery, and lifecycle execution. Every engagement benefits from direct executive involvement and accountability.

Co-Founder |  Chief Executive Officer
Scott Hobin
Co-Founder | CEO

Scott brings more than two decades of hands-on experience in IP data networking, with a career that spans enterprise, data center, and service provider environments. He began his networking career in the late 1990s working with a Cisco Gold partner, where he focused on large-scale network architectures from the core to the edge.

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Co-Founder | President
Steve Robinson
Co-Founder | PRESIDENT

Steve Robinson brings over two decades of experience in enterprise and service provider networking, with a career built around customer engagement, operational leadership, and long-term relationship development. He began his networking career in the late 1990s at a Cisco Gold partner, leading sales efforts in Silicon Valley...

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Validated execution. Hardware, logistics, and engineering aligned to documented expectations.
Lifetime customer support mindset. We stay accountable beyond deployment and beyond the hardware lifecycle.
Market-aligned decisions. Realistic lead times, fair valuation, and transparent tradeoffs.

Turn Retired Networking Equipment Into Working Capital

When infrastructure is refreshed, surplus hardware often still has meaningful market value. RackStar’s Buyback & Asset Recovery program converts retired, excess, and decommissioned networking and IT equipment into predictable budget recovery-using fair-market valuation, controlled logistics, verification, and fast settlement.

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Why RackStar

Asset recovery only works when execution is disciplined. RackStar brings enterprise-grade handling, clear communication, and accountable follow-through- so IT teams can decommission equipment, reduce waste, and recover budget without operational drag.

  • Market-aligned valuations
  • Transparent grading & expectations
  • Responsive logistics coordination
  • Verified intake & documentation
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What You Gain

Recover value from switches, routers, optics, line cards, power supplies, and spares-across “new” unopened, refurbished, and end-of-life inventory. Choose a direct payout or apply the value toward a current or future RackStar purchase.

Cash payout Purchase credit Lifecycle extension Decommission support
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How It Works

  1. Send your list Models/part numbers + quantity. Photos help. CSV/Excel welcome.
  2. Receive an offer Pricing based on current market demand-not outdated lists.
  3. Logistics + intake Pickup/freight coordination, ESD-safe handling, inspection & documentation.
  4. Verification + settlement Payment via ACH/check/wire after confirmation-fast, transparent, predictable.
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What To Send For Fast Pricing

The fastest quotes come from accurate identifiers. If you’re working a refresh, consolidation, lab clean-out, or decommission, these details help RackStar return an offer quickly and accurately.

  • Part number / model
  • Quantity
  • Condition (NIB / used / EOL)
  • Optics types (if applicable)
  • Accessories (PSU, rails, etc.)
  • Ship-from ZIP / location
Note: For heavy shipments, ask us about pallet guidance and packing best practices.