Logistics Checklist
Complete the following checklist to ensure that the logistics requirements are met for the data center where the server will be installed.
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Do you have contact information for the data center personnel? |
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Is there security or access control for the data center? |
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Are there any security background checks or security clearances required for vendor personnel to access the data center? If yes, then do you have a recommended agency? |
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Are there any additional security access issues? |
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Is computer room access available for installation personnel? |
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Are laptops, cell phones, and cameras allowed in the data center? |
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Does the building have a delivery dock? |
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Is there a delivery/unpacking/staging area, and is it protected from environmental elements? |
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Is the unpacking area air-conditioned to avoid thermal shock for various hardware components? |
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Will sufficient moving personnel be available to install the hardware? |
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Are you prepared for uncrating and trash removal? |
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Are there any restrictions on delivery truck length, width, or height? |
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Are cardboard boxes and other packing material allowed in the computer room? |
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Is there a time constraint on dock access? If yes, then the provide time constraints. |
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Is a tail lift required of the delivery carrier to unload the equipment at the delivery dock? |
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Will any of the following items be required to place equipment in the computer room?
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Does the delivery carrier require any special equipment, such as non-floor damaging rollers, transport dollies, pallet jacks, or fork lifts? |