Data center maintenance

Physical Infrastructure

Server and Network Equipment

Data Backup and Recovery

  • Check backup logs for any errors or failures
  • Ensure backups are being performed according to the defined schedule
  • Confirm that the necessary data is being backed up
  • Select a test dataset and restore it from backups
  • Verify the accuracy and completeness of the restored data
  • Document any issues encountered during the restoration process
  • Evaluate the location and security of off-site data storage facilities
  • Review disaster recovery plans for effectiveness and compliance
  • Update contact information for off-site storage providers
  • Perform integrity checks on the backup data to identify any corruptions or errors
  • Compare the backup data with the source data to ensure consistency
  • Document any discrepancies found and take necessary actions
  • Review encryption protocols and algorithms used for data protection
  • Update encryption keys and certificates if required
  • Verify the compliance of security measures with industry standards
  • Analyze the current backup infrastructure for its capacity to handle data growth
  • Evaluate the scalability options, such as adding more storage or backup servers
  • Make recommendations for infrastructure upgrades if necessary
  • Review the existing backup retention policies
  • Assess the business requirements for data retention
  • Make adjustments to the retention policies based on the evaluation

Environmental Monitoring

Documentation and Auditing

Disaster Recovery Testing

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