Extreme Networks

Here's a product purchase question that I didn't see on the forum:Other than purchasing from an authorized dealer (obviously the preferred method), is there a way to verify that a supposedly "new" Extreme Networks device is authentic?  樂  Is there a ...

Is it possible that Extreme Networks would consider providing an open access link to network management software and firmware updates for home use customers that are not corporate?

It appears that back in 2018 before Aerohive acquisition by Extreme Networks, it was at least tolerable for the equipment to be used in home networks (see legacy post @maxtaylor106 ).  Why is this no longer the case?  (I'd like to use an AP310i in ro...