Laitteistomigraatiot

Laitteistomigraatiot, often translated as hardware migration or hardware refresh, refers to the process of replacing or upgrading existing IT infrastructure with new hardware. This can involve servers, storage devices, networking equipment, workstations, and other physical components. The primary drivers for hardware migration include aging equipment that is no longer supported or performs adequately, the need for increased capacity or performance, security vulnerabilities in older systems, or the adoption of new technologies that offer improved efficiency or functionality.

The process typically begins with a thorough assessment of the current hardware environment and the definition of future requirements. This is followed by planning, which includes selecting new hardware, designing the new infrastructure, and developing a migration strategy. The migration itself can be executed in various ways, such as a direct replacement, a phased approach where old and new systems run in parallel, or a complete rebuild. During the migration, data transfer, application reinstallation, and system configuration are critical steps. Post-migration activities involve testing, validation, and decommissioning of the old hardware. Successful hardware migration aims to minimize downtime, ensure data integrity, and optimize the performance and reliability of the IT environment.