COMMANDO

Warranty & Support Program

COMMANDO provides two levels of Global Warranty and Support — ShieldX (Standard Warranty) for dependable baseline coverage and ShieldX PRO for mission-critical performance with minimal downtime.

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COMMANDO Warranty & Support Program

COMMANDO provides two levels of Global Warranty and Support — ShieldX (Standard Warranty) for dependable baseline coverage and ShieldX PRO for mission-critical performance with minimal downtime.

ShieldX — This is Standard Warranty and ensures your network stays protected and supported worldwide.

ShieldX PRO — delivers premium, high-performance support services designed to minimize downtime and keep your network running at peak efficiency. Available exclusively through COMMANDO’s authorized partners.


Warranty & Support Summary Table

The table below highlights the coverage duration for each product category under ShieldX and ShieldX PRO coverage including applicable charges when purchased through COMMANDO Authorized Channel Partners.

Category

Series

ShieldX

(Standard Warranty)

ShieldX PRO (3Y)

ShieldX PRO (5Y)

Switches

E100

2Y

~

~

E200

2Y

~

~

E300

2Y

~

~

E1000

2Y

~

~

IE1000

2Y

~

~

E1100

2Y

~

~

E2000

3Y

15%

~

E3000

3Y

15%

~

C2000

3Y

15%

25%

C3000

3Y

15%

25%

IE3000

3Y

15%

25%

C3500

3Y

15%

25%

Wireless

AP

2Y

~

~

APO

2Y

~

~

WB

2Y

~

~

Routers

Routers

2Y

~

~

Gateways

Gateways

3Y

15%

~

Accessories

SFP Modules

3Y

~

~

Other Accessories

1Y

~

~


Quick Comparison

COMMANDO provides two levels of global warranty and support — Standard Warranty for dependable baseline coverage ShieldX and ShieldX PRO Services for mission-critical performance with minimal downtime.

Benefits

ShieldX

(Standard Warranty)

ShieldX PRO

Hardware Replacement

Full Warranty Term

Full Warranty Term

Replacement Speed

3-7 Business Days (RTB)

Next Business Day or 8-Hour Delivery*

Replacement Scope

Global RTB (Return-to-Base)

Global Advance Hardware Replacement (AHR) with standby unit option

Hardware Type

New or Refurbished Equivalent

Priority Replacement - New or Top-Grade Certified Units

Network Continuity

High – shipping & evaluation required

Maximum - pre-shipped standby or instant swap

Technical Support

8x6 Basic Troubleshooting & Configuration

16x7 Priority Access to Expert TAC

Software Upgrades

Free Lifetime (minor & major)

Free Lifetime (minor & major)

Support Channels

Chat, Email, Phone, Remote Support (Mon-Sat, 12×6)

Priority Support Channels, Video Assistance, and Fast-Track Escalation Handling

AI Self-Service Bot

24×7 Access

24×7 Access

Cost

Included with purchase

Paid - Highly-worthy for mission-critical uptime

Ideal For

Standard operations & SMB needs

Mission-critical, zero-downtime environments

*In regions where COMMANDO, affiliates, or authorized distributors operate.


Warranty Exclusions

Here’s a Warranty Exclusions Table for COMMANDO networking products.

Category

Not Covered Under Warranty

Switches

  • Physical damage due to mishandling, accidents, or drops
  • Damage from unauthorized repairs, modifications, or third-party firmware
  • Corrosion or liquid damage
  • Damage from improper electrical supply, lightning, or surge without surge protection
  • Cosmetic damage (scratches, dents) not affecting functionality

Wireless

  • Damage from incorrect mounting or installation
  • Antenna breakage or wear due to misuse
  • Environmental damage (heat, humidity, dust) outside rated conditions
  • Firmware tampering or unsupported third-party firmware

Routers & Gateways

  • Misuse or operation outside product specifications
  • Damage from improper configuration or unsupported accessories
  • Lightning or surge damage without proper grounding
  • Unauthorized hardware or software modifications

Network Accessories

  • Wear and tear from normal use (e.g., cable bending, connector wear)
  • Damage due to pulling, crushing, or cutting
  • Fiber connector scratches, contamination, or breakage
  • Use with incompatible devices or exceeding rated specs

All Categories

  • Consumables or expendable parts
  • Products with altered or removed serial numbers
  • Loss or damage during transportation not arranged by manufacturer
  • Software configuration issues caused by customer changes
  • Theft, fire, flood, or natural disasters

Misuse Prevention & Compliance

  1. Genuine Fault Requirement – Warranty replacement is provided only for confirmed manufacturing defects after technical verification by COMMANDO or its authorized service centers.
  2. Mandatory Troubleshooting & Approval – All warranty claims require completion of COMMANDO-prescribed troubleshooting steps. Customer refusal to cooperate voids the claim.
  3. Advance Replacement Eligibility – AHR is provided only for eligible products/customers and after technical validation.
  4. Condition of Returned Units – Products must be in original, untampered condition with no signs of misuse, modification, accidental damage, liquid ingress, or non-COMMANDO repair.
  5. Serial Number & Proof of Purchase – Serial number must match COMMANDO’s records and be accompanied by valid proof of purchase from an authorized source.
  6. Exclusion of Cosmetic or Minor Issues – Cosmetic damage, scratches, and other non-performance-affecting issues are excluded.
  7. Fraud Prevention – Submitting counterfeit products, altered serial numbers, or unrelated faulty units will result in permanent warranty denial and possible legal action.
  8. Repeat Failures Audit – Multiple RMAs for the same customer/site may trigger an audit and suspension until misuse is ruled out.
  9. Customer Shipping Responsibility – For RTB claims, customers must securely pack and ship the unit to COMMANDO’s designated service point. Transit damage from poor packing is not covered.
  10. Final Authority – COMMANDO’s decision on approval, denial, or replacement method is final and binding.

Disclaimers

  • Full Warranties are available on purchases through COMMANDO Authorized Channel Partners.
  • Non-channel and online purchases carry max 1-Year Warranty at discretion of COMMANDO.
  • All RMAs are at the sole discretion of COMMANDO.
  • The Warranties are generally applied Globally; however, it may differ for certain regions, consult with COMMANDO or its Authorized Channel Partner for confirmation.
  • COMMANDO reserves the right to interpret any warranty term, condition, or implication exclusively and conclusively.
  • COMMANDO reserves the right to reject or deny replacement due to any non-compliance with the warranty policy or RMA process.
  • This policy may be updated without prior notice. The latest version available on COMMANDO’s official channels will apply.
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Last updated: Aug 21, 2025