Trying to get a quote for HP server

[TwistedHelixis]

I recently got a quote from Dell for a new server, but the Governors would like another quote, so I emailed HP.

 

HP replied saying they don't sell servers directly in the UK and pointed me to a list of resellers.

 

So far I have emailed 3 resellers and none have replied. We don't have much time as the school needs to pay for the server before March.

 

Anyone recommend a HP server reseller?

 

Thanks

[Olliedawg]

Contact EverythingICT, they will reach out to suppliers for you & gather a few quotes

 

Failing that, check out HPE Rack Servers on Servers Direct . I've bought a dell server from them before, no hassle at all

[Sephiroth]

Depending on what you require and if refurbished servers are an option, I would advise asking @ICTDirect_Dave at ICT-Direct (The sister company, Bargain Hardware is good as an indication of what you can get, but contact ICT-Direct or message Dave to see what they can do) or ServerSource.

 

ICT-Direct tend to have cheaper but slightly older A+ to B grade refurbs and ServerSource are primarily a factory seconds* outlet with much newer kit but at a higher price-point to ICT-Direct. I've used both and strongly recommend both. Both also offer good warranties.

 

I would not buy brand new servers now unless I absolutely had to.

 

*Edit: Correction - the majority of sourced stock is excess inventory or cancelled orders direct from Dell.

Edited January 15, 2024 by Sephiroth

[howartp]

kelly DOT fox at airnowtechnology with dotcom on the end.

 

Kelly knows her stuff with HP and has friends in high places; I use her colleague for 90% of my purchases but she defers to Kelly for HP.

[mavhc]

Do HP still require you to get a support contract to be able to download firmware to fix the bugs HP wrote?

[Will.B]

Switchshop are great, give them a shout

[TheHyperTechie]

I used Stone www.stonegroup.co.uk for a couple of HP server quotes late last year. Ask for Jamie, he is awesome!

[Rob_D]

We mostly go to Softcat or CCS Media for hardware quotes, both are HP Partners.

[TwistedHelixis]

kelly DOT fox at airnowtechnology with dotcom on the end.

Kelly knows her stuff

 

So far, the only one to have contacted me back, and very helpful.

[CrootUK]

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[TwistedHelixis]

Thanks everyone. I have got enough options now.