Data Center Infrastructure Inspection Checklist Template

Ensure peak performance and uptime! Our Data Center Infrastructure Inspection Checklist Template provides a comprehensive guide for assessing power, cooling, security, and more. Minimize risk and maximize efficiency with this essential tool.

This Template was installed 6 times.

Power Infrastructure

1 of 10

Assessment of UPS systems, generators, power distribution units (PDUs), and backup power sources.

UPS Battery Voltage (V)

Generator Run Time (Hours)

PDU Power Consumption (kW)

UPS Status

Last Generator Test Date

Time of UPS Load Bank Test

Phase Rotation

Notes/Observations

Cooling Systems

2 of 10

Evaluation of chillers, cooling towers, CRAC/CRAH units, and overall temperature control.

Chiller Inlet Temperature (°C)

Chiller Outlet Temperature (°C)

Cooling Tower Water Temperature (°C)

CRAC/CRAH Unit Supply Air Temperature (°C)

CRAC/CRAH Unit Return Air Temperature (°C)

Cooling System Operational Status

Observations/Notes on Cooling System Performance

Last Cooling System Maintenance Date

Fire Detection & Suppression

3 of 10

Inspection of smoke detectors, fire alarms, sprinkler systems, and fire suppression equipment.

Last Fire Drill Date

Smoke Detector Battery Voltage (V)

Smoke Detector Status

Sprinkler System Inspection

Fire Extinguisher Pressure (PSI)

Fire Extinguisher Inspection Tag Status

Notes on Fire Detection System

Network & Connectivity

4 of 10

Review of network cabling, switches, routers, and internet connectivity status.

Switch Port Status (1=Up, 0=Down)

Router Firmware Version

Bandwidth Utilization (%)

Network Cable Condition (Good, Fair, Poor)

Last Network Scan Date

Network Services Active (Select all that apply)

Notes/Observations (e.g., packet loss, latency)

Physical Security

5 of 10

Verification of access controls, surveillance systems, and perimeter security measures.

Number of Active Security Cameras

Access Control System Status

Last Perimeter Fence Inspection Date

Security Breach Attempts (Past Month)

Location of Security System Control Panel

Security Personnel Present (Yes/No)

Environmental Monitoring

6 of 10

Assessment of humidity, temperature, and air quality sensors and readings.

Ambient Temperature (Celsius)

Relative Humidity (%)

Differential Pressure (Pa)

Water Leak Detection Sensor Status (0-1)

Air Quality Sensor Reading

Last Calibration Date (Temperature Sensor)

Time of Reading

Notes on Environmental Conditions

Rack & Cabinet Integrity

7 of 10

Inspection of rack mounting hardware, cable management, and overall cabinet organization.

Rack Height (U)

Rack Condition

Cable Management Issues

Number of Blanking Panels Installed

Door Security (Front)

Door Security (Rear)

Additional Notes on Rack/Cabinet Integrity

Power Cabling & Labeling

8 of 10

Verification of proper cable routing, labeling, and termination.

Cable Tray Condition (Description)

Number of Cable Management Clips Present

Cable Labeling Quality

Labeling Standards Met?

Any Damaged or Frayed Cables Noted?

Cable Routing Compliance

Last Cable Inspection Date

Backup & Disaster Recovery

9 of 10

Review of backup power systems functionality and disaster recovery plan readiness.

Last Backup Date

Scheduled Backup Time

Backup Completion Status (%)

Backup Type

Backup Verification Results

Backup Logs

Offsite Replication Status

Disaster Recovery Plan Review Date

Documentation & Compliance

10 of 10

Verification of up-to-date documentation, maintenance logs, and adherence to relevant compliance standards.

Last Compliance Audit Date

Audit Score (if applicable)

Compliance Standard(s) Met

Summary of Audit Findings (if applicable)

Upload of Audit Report (if applicable)

Review of Emergency Procedures

Date of Next Scheduled Compliance Review

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