Workflow Templates: Server Maintenance Checklist

Inspect physical server for dust and clean if necessary

Check and ensure proper airflow and cooling systems are operational

Verify that all cables and connections are secure and undamaged

Perform diagnostic tests on hardware components (e.g., CPU, RAM, HDD)

Ensure that uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems are functioning correctly

Check for and apply operating system updates and patches

Update all installed software and applications to the latest versions

Verify that antivirus and anti-malware definitions are up to date

Review and apply necessary firmware updates for hardware components

Restart the server after updates to ensure all changes are applied

Review and update firewall rules and settings

Check for unauthorized access attempts and review security logs

Ensure that user access permissions are up to date and appropriate

Run vulnerability scans and address any identified issues

Confirm that backup and disaster recovery plans are current and tested

Review server resource utilization (CPU, memory, disk) and optimize as needed

Analyze network performance and address any bottlenecks

Check for and resolve any application performance issues

Monitor and adjust load balancing configurations

Ensure logging and monitoring tools are capturing necessary data

Verify that all scheduled backups have completed successfully

Test restoring data from backups to ensure integrity and usability

Check backup storage for sufficient space and plan for future needs

Review and update backup schedules and retention policies

Document and update procedures for disaster recovery and data restoration

Server Maintenance Checklist