This article refers to all Barracuda Networks appliances, except where noted.
This article applies to the following products:
- Barracuda Control Server
- Barracuda Load Balancer ADC
- Barracuda NextGen Firewall F
- Barracuda Email Security Gateway
- Barracuda Web Application Firewall
- Barracuda Web Security Gateway
Step 1. Troubleshoot Your Device
Before you replace your appliance, use the tools provided on the ADVANCED > Troubleshooting page in the web interface, or contact Barracuda Networks Technical Support to try to resolve the problem:
- Support Connection – Use this section to initiate a Connection to the Barracuda Networks Support Center.
- Network Connectivity Tests – This section provides a suite of tools to diagnose potential network problems.
Step 2. Contact Support
Contact Barracuda Networks Technical Support to determine if RMA is the path forward. Eligibility comes from the following conditions:
- Failed Device Instant Replacement – If you purchased the Instant Replacement (IR) service and Barracuda Networks Technical Support determines resolution requires a replacement appliance; or
- Hardware Refresh Program – If you have maintained the IR Service for over four years and are eligible for a replacement unit as part of the Hardware Refresh Program. For more information on this program, refer to Instant Replacement on the Barracuda Networks website.
Step 3. New Device Shipped within One Business Day
After Barracuda Networks Technical Support determines you are eligible for a new device, they provide you with a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number which you must include with the returned device. A new device is shipped to you within one business day.
Step 4. Return the Old Device
After you receive the new system, ship the old device back to Barracuda Networks at the address below with the RMA number clearly marked on the package: ATTN: RMA # <your RMA number>
Barracuda Networks Inc
5225 Hellyer Avenue #150
San Jose, CA 95138
European Union
Barracuda Networks c/o Base Logistics B.V.
Logistics Boulevard 5
4791 VC Klundert
The Netherlands
UK (items shipped from the UK warehouse)
Barracuda Networks Ltd
Unit 4b Beechwood
Lime Tree Way
Chineham Park
Basingstoke, Hampshire RG24 8WA
United Kingdom
NON European Union (E.g. Switzerland)
Barracuda Networks Ltd
Unit 4b Beechwood
Lime Tree Way
Chineham Park
Basingstoke, RG24 8WA
United Kingdom
Middle East (items shipped from US)
Barracuda Networks Inc
5225 Hellyer Avenue #150
San Jose, CA 95138
India
Barracuda Networks (I) Pvt Ltd
Prestige Blue Chip Software Park
Block 11 Level 111, (2nd Floor)
#9 Hosur Road, Opp Christ University
Bangalore, 560029
India
Japan
Barracuda Networks, K.K.
1F, 8-3-16 Nishi-gotanda
Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 1410031
Japan
Step 5. Set Up the New Appliance
Install and configure the new appliance using the Barracuda Networks Quick Start Guide included with the device. Alternatively, you can follow the instructions in the Getting Started section of this library for the selected Barracuda Networks appliance.
Step 6. Data Migration and Deployment
Consult your Barracuda Networks Product Specialist before migrating existing content to a new device model, or contact Barracuda Networks Technical Support to define the best migration path for your environment.