Support Offerings & Warranty Information

Spectra Logic recognizes customers have a vast range of business requirements; at Spectra we pride ourselves on striving to meet those needs to ensure our customers are receiving the support they expect and require. SpectraGuard provides users with a comprehensive array of support options tailored to fit your businesses demands. From simple phone support and parts replacement to complex on site requirements and focused service account management we have a support offering to meet the needs of every level of customer.

 
View On Site Support Offerings Brochure (PDF)

Standard Warranty

Spectra libraries are warranted for one year from date of shipment from the factory. The T-Series library warranty includes a SpectraGuard Next Business Day On Site service contract. The nTier product line warranty includes a SpectraGuard Next Business Day service contract.

SpectraGuard Next Business Day

Non-mission critical customers requiring assistance and replacement parts during regular business hours may find our Next Business Day support package meets their needs. Upon verification that the product requires repair, a part will be shipped for delivery and customer installation the next business day. Learn More

SpectraGuard Next Business Day On Site

For organizations requiring a cost-effective solution not in need of immediate on site assistance, Next Business Day On Site allows customers to receive support during regular business hours and provides on site parts replacement the following business day. Learn More

SpectraGuard Same Business Day On Site

A perfect option for businesses requiring a rapid response throughout the business week, and less so on weekends and holidays. Same Business Day On Site affords the peace of mind of phone support 24x7 combined with a four-hour on site parts replacement feature during your regular business hours. Learn More

SpectraGuard Four Hour On Site

High-availability IT environments requiring uptime 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year will find Four Hour On Site is the ideal support choice. SpectraGuard provides phone support and on site service around the clock. Once a part replacement is deemed necessary a representative will arrive with part in hand within 4 hours ensuring quick and efficient resolution. Learn More

SpectraGuard Technical Account Management (TAM)

Whether your operations include a single Spectra Logic product at your site, or multiple products around the globe, Spectra Guard’s Technical Account Management program provides peace of mind with a single point of contact who is familiar with the intricacies of your storage environment.  Your Technical Account Manager (TAM) knows your account, your history and your change policies – enabling them to provide the best guidance in decisions regarding your Spectra products. 

Through monitoring the progress of your cases, assisting with escalations, and ensuring you are informed of the latest status, a TAM saves you effort and involvement in your support cases and, most importantly, your time.   A TAM also provides proactive support by alerting you of upcoming firmware releases, reviewing scheduled ASL files for any areas of concern, and providing regular summary reports.  In short – a TAM allows you to focus on running your data center while they ensure your operations are running smoothly.  Paired with one of our onsite support offerings, Technical Account Management provides the most comprehensive service available for your crucial data protection operations.

SpectraGuard Assisted Self Maintenance (ASM)

When response times are critical and the business impact of downtime severe, our ASM support option can reduce response times to minutes, shortening potential outages dramatically. ASM is an industry-first support supplement which stocks a select group of parts on site for immediate use should the need arise. This allows customers to complete repairs with the remote guidance of support personnel, and promptly restore operations with the full assurance that on site support is available if needed. ASM is a perfect supplement to our Next Business Day, Same Business Day, or Four Hour On Site support offerings. Learn More

View Assisted Self Maintenance Brochure (PDF)

SpectraGuard Customer Self Maintenance (CSM) and SpectraGuard Global Advanced Replacement

Support offerings available for customers where SpectraGuard Support is currently not available. Learn More

For further details on the terms and conditions of the provision of service please review the Master Services Agreement.