Buyer Beware!
Adtran TA600 & TA900 Series IAD's
Buyer Beware!
Two years ago we were all scrambling trying to find TA600 Series IAD's on the refurb or as some may call the "gray market". Everyone wants to save money! In this day and age typing in "600 Series IAD" in Google and you will find around 100 different suppliers. The market is pretty cut and dry as vendors are basically giving away Adtran 608, 616's and 624's. There is a catch...Many of us are being burned and receiving incomplete units, missing brackets or power cords, scratched up so badly you can't even read the part # and even suppliers that are not warranting their equipment. If the price seems "to good to be true". Well, trust your instinct! I keep a check list when buying or being offered these refurb/gray market Adtran IAD's.
1. Make sure all necessary hardware, power cords and mounting brackets are included
2. What kind of condition are these in? Physical condition? I sometimes will even request a picture if I am still skeptical
3. Are the units tested prior to shipping?
4. Does the supplier offer at least a 2 year warranty or more?
5. What is the replacement policy - hassle free?
6. Is this a credible supplier?
There is nothing worse then purchasing something from someone only to find out the unit doesn't work and the supplier is no longer in business!
Does anyone have any helpful hints on buying or overall maintenance on the TA600 or TA900 Series IAD's?
