RackStar Networks Launches to Serve IT Community

New company brings speed, inventory, and expertise to networking hardware market.

Mar. 21, 2026 at 12:12am

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RackStar Networks, founded by industry veterans, has officially launched operations to serve the global IT community. The company specializes in data center integration, enterprise IT services, and extended warranty programs, offering products from leading manufacturers like Ruckus, Barracuda, Microsoft, and Dell.

Why it matters

RackStar aims to address common industry pain points like extended lead times, limited availability, and impersonal service models by providing fast, responsive support and a focus on building strong customer relationships.

The details

RackStar Networks was built by a leadership team with decades of experience in networking hardware resale, supply chain management, and channel partnerships. The company will support data centers, service providers, and enterprises worldwide with a wide range of IT products and services.

  • RackStar Networks officially launched operations on March 2, 2026.
  • The company's public announcement was made on March 20, 2026.

The players

RackStar Networks, Inc.

A new IT hardware and services company founded by industry veterans to serve the global data center and enterprise IT community.

Scott Hobin

The CEO of RackStar Networks, bringing decades of experience in networking hardware resale, supply chain management, and channel partnerships.

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What they’re saying

“RackStar was built on a simple belief, relationships matter, integrity matters, and speed matters. We're here to serve the IT community with integrity, hustle, and real support. When our partners win, we win.”

— Scott Hobin, CEO, RackStar Networks

What’s next

As operations begin, RackStar Networks looks forward to building long-term partnerships across the global IT ecosystem.

The takeaway

RackStar Networks' focus on fast, responsive service, real inventory, and trusted expertise positions the company as a new player poised to disrupt the traditional networking hardware market and better serve the evolving needs of data centers, service providers, and enterprises.