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Rack Move

  1. Back up VMs
  2. Back up UniFi
  3. Back up Synology Config
  4. Validate documentation on ports, vlans, and teams (including patch panel and PDU)
  5. Assemble Rack
  6. Install shelves, UPS rails, install server rails.
  7. Power down equipment.
  8. Remove equipment from old rack and install in new
  9. Manage cables as reconnecting everything.
  10. Install old PDU for server power supply 2, monitor, other equipment not mission critical.
  11. Power on equipment.
  12. Test connectivity.

Tools -

Hex driver bits

Phillips Driver

Rack tape measure

level

light

Equipment added-

vertical cable management

server rails

velcro

cage nuts

shelves