Used Cisco Switches, Routers and Firewalls

Used, second hand and refurbished Cisco switches, routers and firewalls, each listed with its part number, condition and price. The range runs from Catalyst 2960-X access switches and the Catalyst 9300 and 9400 to Nexus 3000, 5000, 7000 and 9000 data center switches, ASR 1000 and ASR 9000 routers and parts, and ASA firewalls. Every unit is tested on our own bench before it is listed, and every unit we sell carries the Townsend 3-Year Warranty.

How we test used Cisco hardware

Each unit is logged by serial number and inspected: chassis, ports, fans, power supplies and optics cages. It then runs under power long enough to surface early failures, with power supply output, fans and temperatures checked under sustained load. Our technicians test every port and module slot for link at rated speed, clean error counters and a reachable management interface. The previous owner's configuration is erased and the unit is returned to a clean factory state, then it is checked again before it is packed. The condition on each listing is the grade our bench assigned. The full procedure is on the testing process page.

Warranty and returns

The Townsend 3-Year Warranty covers hardware failure in normal use for 3 years from the date of delivery, including ports, power supplies, fans, backplanes and module slots. If a unit fails, we repair it or replace it with an equivalent tested unit. Unused hardware in the condition it shipped can be returned within 30 days of delivery for a refund; contact us for an RMA number before shipping anything back. We are an independent reseller, not an authorized Cisco reseller or partner, so the warranty is our own and Cisco software licensing and support contracts are outside it. Read the 3-year warranty and RMA terms and the refund policy.

Prices and quotes

Every listing shows its price, and you can buy at that price through checkout. Prices differ by model, port count, PoE, feature set and condition, so sort this page by price or open a family page below to compare like with like. For several units, a mixed list or a Cisco part number you do not see here, send part numbers and quantities through request a quote: a firm price comes back, typically the same business day. We accept major credit cards, ACH and wire transfer, and net terms are available for qualified businesses.

Cisco families we list

• Catalyst 2960-X, 2960L and 2960 switches: fixed access switches from 8 to 48 ports, PoE and non-PoE, with 1G or 10G uplinks.
• Catalyst 4500 and 4500-X: Catalyst 4500-X 10GbE switches, plus the Catalyst 4500E Supervisor Engine 8-E and line cards.
• Catalyst 6500 parts: chassis, Supervisor 720 and Supervisor 2T engines, line cards and power supplies.
• Catalyst 9300 and 9400: Catalyst 9300L switches and the Catalyst 9400 chassis and supervisor.
• Nexus switches: Nexus 3000, 5000, 7000 and 9000 switches, chassis, line cards and fan modules.
• Nexus 9000 switches: Nexus 9300 models including the N9K-C93180YC-EX, N9K-C93240YC-FX2 and N9K-C9372PX-E, plus a Nexus 9500 line card.
• ASR 1000 routers: the ASR1001-X, the ASR1002-X and the ASR1004 chassis.
• ASR 9000 parts: RSP440 and RSP880 route switch processors and ASR 9006 fan trays.
• ASA firewalls: the ASA 5508-X, ASA 5516-X, ASA 5585-X and ASA 5510, all past Cisco's end of sale.
• Transceivers: including the Cisco SFP-10G-LR, a 10GBASE-LR SFP+ module for single-mode fiber.

Other Cisco parts on this page include ISR 4321 and Catalyst 8500L routers, Catalyst 3560, 3650 and 4948E switches, Catalyst 6800 power supplies, wireless modules and access points.

Questions about used Cisco equipment

Is used, second hand or refurbished Cisco hardware different here?

Used and second hand mean the same thing: hardware that has been in service before. Our bench grades every unit, and the listing states whether you are buying refurbished, used or new. Used and refurbished units go through the same test before they are listed.

How much does a used Cisco switch cost?

Each listing on this page shows its price. Price depends on the model, port count, PoE budget, feature set and condition, so a Catalyst 2960-X access switch and a Nexus 9300 sit far apart. Sort by price, or send a list through request a quote for one firm price on several units.

Does a used Cisco switch come with a licence or a Cisco support contract?

Our warranty covers the hardware. Software licensing and Cisco support contracts are outside it, because we are an independent reseller and the warranty is our own. Some Cisco part numbers name a feature set, such as LAN Base, IP Base or Enterprise Services; if the software level matters to your deployment, ask before you order.

Are the Cisco ASA 5508-X and 5516-X still supported by Cisco?

No. Cisco ended sale of both on 2021-08-02, and its last date of support was 2026-08-31 (Cisco notice c51-744798). Cisco names the Firepower 1000 series as the migration. Our warranty is separate from Cisco support and covers the hardware for 3 years from delivery. The Cisco ASA page has the dates for each model.

How fast do Cisco orders ship?

Orders placed by 12pm ship the same business day, per our shipping policy. Overnight shipping is available across the US, and worldwide delivery is available on request.

Do you buy used Cisco equipment?

Yes. We buy Cisco switches, routers, firewalls, modules and optics; send your list through sell your gear.