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Server Decommissioning Checklist

Pre-Decommissioning Tasks

Create a detailed decommissioning plan and timeline

Notify all stakeholders and users of the decommissioning schedule

Verify and document all services and applications running on the server

Backup all critical data and verify the integrity of the backups

Ensure that all compliance and regulatory requirements are met

Decommissioning Execution

Shut down all running services and applications on the server

Disconnect the server from the network and all external systems

Power off the server and remove it from any monitoring systems

Document and update the inventory with the server's decommission status

Sanitize all storage media according to data destruction policies

Post-Decommissioning Tasks

Verify the successful completion of all decommissioning steps

Update all relevant documentation and asset management systems

Recycle or dispose of the hardware according to company policies

Conduct a review meeting with stakeholders to discuss lessons learned

Archive all decommissioning-related documents for future reference

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