A network administrator receives an alert that a particular model of network switches will no longer be supported by the manufacturer starting in six months. What is the most appropriate action for the administrator to take following this alert?
Continue using the switches as the immediate functionality is not affected.
Initiate the planning process for replacement of the affected switches.
Record the alert in the maintenance log for tracking purposes.
Dispose of the switches immediately to prevent future issues.
Initiating a plan for the replacement of equipment that will no longer be supported is critical to maintain network security, functionality, and vendor support. This proactive approach helps in avoiding potential disruptions that could arise from using unsupported hardware. Merely documenting the alert does not address the impending lack of support and security risks, while disposing of the equipment immediately or ignoring the alert could lead to operational failures and security vulnerabilities.
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