Server checklist needed

[lmfy2k]

hi guys

im after a checklist for our helpdesk to follow if a server reboots unexpectedly, things like check and log event logs etc

anyone have a template handy or a link to one?

Thanks

 

[edscdk]

I dont think this is something that can be done with a check list..

I mean if you look in a windows log there are all sorts of errors and warnings, especially after a reboot (even if its a clean boot)... services starting too soon and complaining X Y or Z is not up and all sorts of non issue warning and errors

do you mean a check list to determine if the server is back up properly?

 

[lmfy2k]

thanks mate, after having a think about it your spot on.

il write something up

thanks

 

[knowlesy]

I know this is slightly off topic but SCOM or systems center essentials might be somthing to look at if for monitoring of MS servers etc and help in troubleshooting, as you can generate reports then link to sharepoint etc as well as help in diagnosing

Back to your initial question

Check out
http://www.rackaid.com/resources/server-maintenance-checklist/

or

http://serverfault.com/questions/298/how-to-troubleshoot-windows-post-your-checklist