Data Center Decommissioning

Secure, Compliant & Efficient

Data Center Decommissioning Solutions

At CompuCycle, we understand the complexity and importance of securely decommissioning data centers.

Our end-to-end data center decommissioning services are designed to handle every aspect of the process, from equipment removal to certified data destruction, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and protecting your business from data breaches.

Secure, Compliant & Efficient

Data Center Decommissioning Solutions

At CompuCycle, we understand the complexity and importance of securely decommissioning data centers.

Our end-to-end data center decommissioning services are designed to handle every aspect of the process, from equipment removal to certified data destruction, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and protecting your business from data breaches.

How it works

From Initial Site Visit To Final Walk-Through

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Step 1: Site Visit & Proposal

The pre-bid site visit and proposal process includes defining the project scope, conducting network and physical discovery for hardware inventory, identifying necessary machinery, determining project requirements, and drafting a detailed proposal outlining all procedures.

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STEP 2: APPROVAL

The approval process includes obtaining formal sign-off on the asset purchase agreement when selling assets. Additionally, the decommissioning project contract is delivered, outlining all tasks, timelines, and responsibilities for completing the decommissioning process.

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Step 3: Scheduling & project coordination

Determining a schedule of activities (potential downtime, safety procedures) Asset tagging devices to specify whether they are to be repurposed, replaced, or destroyed Creating and verifying all necessary backup systems are in place to guarantee continuous power supply.

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Step 1: Site Visit & Proposal

The pre-bid site visit and proposal process includes defining the project scope, conducting network and physical discovery for hardware inventory, identifying necessary machinery, determining project requirements, and drafting a detailed proposal outlining all procedures.

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STEP 2: APPROVAL

The approval process includes obtaining formal sign-off on the asset purchase agreement when selling assets. Additionally, the decommissioning project contract is delivered, outlining all tasks, timelines, and responsibilities for completing the decommissioning process.

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Step 3: Scheduling & project coordination

Determining a schedule of activities (potential downtime, safety procedures) Asset tagging devices to specify whether they are to be repurposed, replaced, or destroyed Creating and verifying all necessary backup systems are in place to guarantee continuous power supply.

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Step 4: Project execution

Disconnecting hardware from firewalls, subnetworks, and power supplies Removing all server rails, racks, shelves, and drawers Packing hardware in polyethylene foam for travel to CompuCycle facility or other destination.

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Step 5: Asset disposition

Erasing data according to NIST 800-88 guidelines Shredding hardware at end-of-life Issuing Certificates of Data Destruction and Certificates of Data Sanitization for wiped or destroyed devices.

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Step 6: Final walk-through & sign-off

Visually inspecting data center to verify completion of project Signing-off of decommissioning team Reinstalling data center at new location, if necessary.

National Data Center Decommissioning Services

CompuCycle’s data center decommissioning services deliver a comprehensive solution at competitive rates to the challenge of tackling the process yourself. Our experienced team handles everything from planning to decommissioning to disposal for even the largest corporate data centers, keeping your information secure while adhering to best electronic recycling practices. Our services include:

Project Planning & Scheduling

We work with you to create a detailed schedule, considering potential downtime, safety procedures, and whether to conduct activities during business hours or off-hours to minimize disruption.

Asset Inventory &
Tagging

We use network and physical discovery tools to create a complete hardware inventory, tagging each device by serial number to efficiently track, repurpose, replace, or destroy assets.

Equipment Prep &
Removal

We provide all necessary equipment, disconnect hardware, and safely remove server components. Everything is securely packed for transport.

Data Erasure &
Destruction

We offer NIST 800-88 and DoD-compliant data erasure for repurposed devices, while items for recycling undergo certified shredding for secure data destruction and environmental compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions: Data Center Decommissioning

We provide certified data destruction services, including on-site or off-site shredding and wiping of hard drives. Our processes comply with industry standards to ensure all sensitive information is permanently destroyed.

CompuCycle Decommissions & Relocates
Data Centers Nationwide

CompuCycle’s data center decommissioning services deliver a comprehensive solution at competitive rates to the challenge of tackling the process yourself. Our experienced team handles everything from planning to decommissioning to disposal for even the largest corporate data centers, keeping your information secure while adhering to best electronic recycling practices.