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The original was posted on /r/homelab by /u/Any_Incident7014 on 2025-05-22 09:27:03+00:00.

I can get a free ProCurve 1800-24G from work, but I know it’s old and wondering if it’s just a bad idea. In practical terms, I could have use for it. Should switches be avoided when 10+ yrs old due to components being worn out (capacitors etc) or is it fine to use them for a long time as long as they cover your needs? How long do these things really typically last… ?