Streamlined. Secure. Sustainable.
Wherever you host your data, the potential for disrupting business is greater when you shut down a data center rather than when you open one. Why? Your critical data and business process can live on, housed on old devices that have been repurposed elsewhere.
Data Slayer can help you. We provide a value estimate of your servers, pick up and remove the servers and erase all data. This reduces your cost of warehousing and offers fair market value for your equipment.
Our team is made up solely of Data Slayer technicians experienced in server liquidation. We manage all of the components including removals, logistics, inventory, reporting, data sanitization, and logs.
7-Step Data Center Shutdown Checklist
One of the most straightforward ways to decouple risk is by following a predefined data center closure checklist that will give security for all your sensitive data stored on devices while achieving maximum resale value from decommissioning equipment. We’ve put together 7 of the most pressing considerations to work into your environment.
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Planning
This involves identifying the data center components that need to be decommissioned and developing a plan for the decommissioning process. This plan should include details such as the timeline, resources required, and any potential risks or challenges. Prior to any project, Data Slayer will provide a Statement of Work and a Certificate of Insurance.
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Data Backup and Migration
All data stored within the data center needs to be backed up and migrated to new locations or storage devices.
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Hardware Disposal
Once all data has been backed up and migrated, the hardware components of the data center can be disposed of. This may involve recycling, repurposing, or securely destroying the hardware to prevent any data breaches or environmental harm.
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Software Decommissioning
All software licenses should be terminated and any software applications should be uninstalled from the servers.
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Security Measures
The data center should be thoroughly cleaned. All security measures should be disabled or removed, including firewalls and access controls.
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Environmental Considerations
Proper disposal of all hazardous materials, such as batteries, should be considered.
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Verification and Certification
Finally, the data center should be audited and certified. All data and equipment should be disposed of in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Overall, data center decommissioning requires careful planning. Execution and verification must be carried out to ensure that all data and equipment are safely and securely disposed of. This will also minimize any potential risks or negative environmental impact.
FAQs
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Allows legacy hardware to be replaced by new technology. The client also receives ROI by Data Slayer on their refreshed hardware. We’ll handle the entire decommission; deracking hardware, cable mining, packaging, shipping, auditing, sanitization or HDD destruction. A decommission could also take place when a client leaves the data center for the cloud or downsizing. We add value by purchasing hardware or offering our suite of service.
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A detailed SOW prior to any engagement. Complete Communication between the client & Data Slayer.
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Miscommunication. There has to be a very clear understanding on all aspects of the project hence a definitive SOW in writing where both parties sign the agreement.
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A detailed SOW prior to any engagement. Complete Communication between the client & Data Slayer.
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An experienced team that has extensive knowledge of working within a data center’s environment. An extensive SOW outlining the entire scope of the project.
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No real challenges for an experienced provider like Data Slayer. Certain elements may be out of our control as in delays accessing the cage, security, chaperones, ticket #s, package ID#s, time restrictions, & loading restrictions.