The moving process can be quite routine in many industries, and it's important to plan ahead to avoid mistakes.



This includes rehearsing with equipment prior to the move, familiarizing oneself with the new location, creating a detailed inventory and labeling all equipment, coordinating all necessary dоcuments and powers of attorney, and bringing along essential tools and supplies such as screwdrivers, pliers, and energy adapters.

Despite taking these measures, incidents can still occur, such as the issue of having cables that are too long for the wire tray at the new location.

Having extra wires and proper labeling are critical during equipment installation. It's important to have a layout of apparatus with labels on both sides and marked by rack number to avoid confusion. Using different colored wires for critical nodes is also helpful in reducing the risk of error.

Always check with the data center attendant about the rules before starting work, and make sure to have proper admission and permit for electrical work. By following these steps, you can ensure a successful equipment installation without any issues.

When moving to a data center, it's important to note that equipment with only one power supply such as firewalls, switches, and tape drives require an ATS due to maintenance-related power outages.
Purchasing your own ATS may not be cost-effective in comparison to renting, and it can be consolidated in one unit with half-depth switches.

Our projects are tailored to individual customer needs, taking into account factors such as the new office site's infrastructure, equipment and software characteristics, as well as desired work dates and hours. We understand that some companies cannot afford to pause business during relocation, so we offer work at night or on weekends if necessary. Additionally, we create demo stands for transferring productive loads during physical transportation.

Our top priority is ensuring client comfort and continuity of all key data center processes during relocation. Our services include secure transfer of network, processing, storage, and virtual infrastructure, as well as UPS, air conditioning, and gas fire extinguishing systems. Each project is approached with the customer's situation in mind, and we strive to launch the data center at the new site without interrupting client services, thereby minimizing risks and losses.

Here's a guide to data center moving and installation:

1. Assessment and Planning:
  - Take inventory of all hardware, software, and networking equipment in the current data center, including servers, storage devices, networking switches, firewalls, and power distribution units (PDUs).
  - Evaluate the new location in terms of available space, power capacity, cooling infrastructure, security measures, and network connectivity. Consider factors such as floor load capacity, ceiling height, access points, and environmental conditions.

2. Develop a Project Plan:
  - Create a comprehensive project plan that includes a timeline with specific milestones and deadlines, a detailed list of tasks, and a resource allocation plan.
  - Assign roles and responsibilities to individuals or teams involved in the move, including IT staff, facilities management, logistics providers, and external vendors.

3. Backup and Data Migration:
  - Implement a robust backup strategy to ensure that all critical data is securely backed up before the move. Consider using methods such as disk-to-disk backup, replication, or cloud backup services.
  - Develop a data migration plan that outlines the process for transferring data from the old data center to the new location. This should include scheduling downtime for the migration, testing the migration process, and establishing rollback procedures in case of any issues.

4. Equipment Preparation:
  - Label all hardware, cables, and components with unique identifiers to facilitate accurate reassembly at the new location.
  - Develop a detailed diagram or plan for the layout of servers, racks, and other equipment in the new data center to ensure a smooth setup.

5. Physical Move:
  - Coordinate with professional movers or logistics experts to plan the logistics and transportation of the data center equipment to the new location. Consider factors such as transportation routes, vehicle access, and security protocols.
  - Use appropriate packing materials and handling procedures to protect the hardware during transit. Secure delicate components and ensure that racks, servers, and other equipment are properly secured for transportation.

6. Installation and Setup:
  - Upon arrival at the new location, follow the predetermined layout plan to place servers, racks, and networking equipment in their designated locations.
  - Connect power cables, network cables, and fiber optic cables according to the pre-planned layout. Ensure that all power connections are properly grounded, and observe best practices for cable management.

7. Testing and Commissioning:
  - Conduct comprehensive testing of all hardware, software, and networking components to verify their functionality. This includes power-on tests, network connectivity tests, and hardware diagnostics.
  - Perform load testing to assess the performance of the data center infrastructure under various workloads and conditions. Verify the effectiveness of cooling systems and environmental monitoring devices.

8. dоcumentation and Training:
  - Update dоcumentation to reflect the new data center layout, equipment configurations, and network topology. This should include rack diagrams, network diagrams, IP address assignments, and server configurations.
  - Provide training to data center staff on any operational changes, new procedures, or updates to standard operating processes.

9. Security and Compliance Checks:
  - Verify that security measures such as access control systems, surveillance cameras, alarms, and fire detection systems are installed and functioning as intended.
  - Ensure that the new data center complies with relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards, such as HIPAA, GDPR, or ISO 27001.

10. Post-Move Support:
    - Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting to address any issues that may arise following the data center move. This may include addressing configuration errors, performance issues, or network connectivity problems.

Just "grab and go," we'll figure it out when we get there. Who needs a "site survey" when you can "wing it"? And labels? Pfft, who's got time for that? We'll just "trace the cables" back when something goes wrong.

Relocating a data center can lead to several issues, like hardware damage, unexpected downtime, and configuration errors. It's essential to plan thoroughly, create backups, and test all systems before making the move. Coordination among teams ensures a smooth transition. Make sure you have a rollback plan in case things do not go as planned.