Glossary · IT Procurement
Original Equipment Manufacturer
Updated June 20, 2026 · Reviewed by Shorim Haniffanshoib, Head of Editorial — IT Strategy & Enterprise
The original hardware manufacturer with its own brand — for B2B laptops, examples include Lenovo, HP, Dell, Apple, MSI, Asus (see the per-brand unit catalog). OEM-grade units come with official factory warranty, vendor firmware update access, original spare parts, and guaranteed technical support. Contrast with refurbished (OEM units that have been used and reconditioned) and aftermarket (non-original spare parts installed by third parties). Arental sources 100% of units from official OEM channels, giving clients: active original warranty, automatic BIOS/firmware updates, and eligibility for OEM extended care (HP CarePack, Dell ProSupport, Lenovo Premier Support) that can be added to multi-year DaaS contracts per the client's compliance requirements.
OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) frequently appears in B2B IT procurement contexts: The original hardware manufacturer with its own brand — for B2B laptops, examples include Lenovo, HP, Dell, Apple, MSI.
| Domain | Technology & IT Ops |
|---|---|
| Full form | Original Equipment Manufacturer |
| Also written as | Original Equipment Manufacturer, Produsen Asli |
| Part of | Arental IT Procurement & B2B Laptop Rental Glossary |
| Last reviewed | 2026-06-20 |
What role does OEM play when Arental deploys rented units to our company?
OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) is directly relevant to a B2B laptop rental engagement, so it is worth confirming up front during the quote and contract stage. In short: The original hardware manufacturer with its own brand — for B2B laptops, examples include Lenovo, HP, Dell, Apple, MSI, Asus (see the per-brand unit catalog). Discuss the specifics with the Arental team so the right clauses and procedures are built into your rental contract.
Answered by Shorim Haniffanshoib, Head of Editorial — IT Strategy & Enterprise
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