Whether a company is small and only uses a few computers or whether it is large- scaled and runs numerous computers on a daily basis, server support is a crucial tool. All computers within a company are connected to a server. Therefore, if the server experiences downtime, functionality of the other computers connected to the server is limited or lost. This creates problems within a company as time is precious and any time lost is damaging to any business. Server support ensures that all programs and data on the server is maintained.
Preventative Maintenance
Although hardware can be replaced, it is impossible to replace lost data. This is a major nuisance and setback to companies should it happen to them. Years of gathered data means that a business will lose money and valuable time if data is lost. In order to make sure that data is kept safe, preventative maintenance needs to be done on a server. Preventative maintenance methods may change according to client requirements and observations.
Westech offers server support for any size business. Small server problems and crippling errors could both leave your business standing. Westech has equipped and trusted support technicians waiting on standby.
For any queries on preventative maintenance or server support, contact Westech on 011 519 4900 or email helpdesk@westech.co.za
Daily preventative maintenance:
- Data backup review.
- Monitoring availability on the system.
Weekly preventative maintenance:
- Respond to server errors that have been logged.
- Storage device stats check.
- Check server volumes.
- Review antivirus.
Monthly preventative maintenance:
- Test backup.
- Volume maintenance.
- Updates.
Yearly preventative maintenance:
- System audit.
- Asset review.
Westech specialize in a number of IT related areas. One of these crucial areas is server support and preventative maintenance. In order to keep companies running smoothly, Westech know that a business network needs to operate smoothly.
Remote Access servers
Remote access servers allow people to have access to a computer or a network from a distance. If people within a business are travelling and need access to the server, remote access allows them to do so. Remote access servers are usually associated with a firewall, protecting it from viruses etc. A router is also linked to the remote server.
Having a remote access server installed within your network ensures easy access when needed. IT support technicians are able to access your server via another computer. Depending on the issue at hand, server problems can be solved quickly and simply using this method.
For information on any server support, preventative maintenance or remote access server queries visit www.westech.co.za.
