System and Dependency Discovery
Active services, listened ports, user accounts, cron jobs, SSL certificates, mount points, and network dependencies are mapped.
MIGRATION SERVICES
Linux Server Migration Services
Linux server migration is a service that involves securely and controllably transferring running services, user accounts, system configurations, data, cron jobs, firewall rules, and network dependencies to a new Linux server environment.
What is Linux Server Migration Services?
Directly copying package lists or configurations from the source server to the new environment (in-place clone) during Linux server migrations can lead to compatibility issues and performance losses.
The process includes creating a detailed inventory of current workloads, preparing a clean infrastructure on the target operating system version, and synchronizing files and databases using appropriate methods (rsync, dump/restore, replication). Functional tests are completed before traffic is switched to the new environment, and rollback procedures are prepared in case of potential failures.
Service scope
Target Server Setup and Hardening
The latest operating system version is installed; basic access, firewall rules, and necessary service configurations are prepared.
Data and Service Transfer
Static files and databases are synchronized according to data integrity requirements with the minimum disruption window.
Migration, Monitoring, and Traffic Redirection
Traffic is redirected to the new server; processes, system logs, resource usage, and application behavior are monitored live.
WHO IS IT FOR?
Who is it for?
- Organizations looking to migrate from EOL (End-of-Life) Linux distributions to current and secure versions.
- Businesses changing their VPS, cloud (cloud) or dedicated server providers.
- Teams aiming to scale up by increasing server resources or simplify complex architectures.
- Structures planning to migrate between different Linux distributions (e.g., from CentOS to AlmaLinux/Rocky Linux or Ubuntu/Debian).
DELIVERABLES
Deliverables
- Source and Target Server Service/Dependency Inventory
- Step-by-Step Migration, Disruption Window, and Rollback Plan
- Verified and Running Workloads on the New Server
- System Acceptance Report Before Closing the Old Server
How we work
01
Assess the current environment, target and dependencies
02
Document scope, risks, acceptance and rollback
03
Implement, validate and document
Frequently asked questions
Can the Linux distribution be changed during the migration (e.g., from RedHat/CentOS to Ubuntu)?
As long as the running applications and packages are compatible with the target distribution, it can be changed. Instead of attempting an in-place conversion, a clean installation on the target environment followed by data transfer is a much safer and controlled method.
Which components are affected when the server IP address changes?
DNS records, firewall allowlists, IP address-bound licenses, webhook endpoints, and external integrations are identified and included in the migration plan before an IP change.
How long should the old server remain open after the migration is completed?
For data security, contractual terms, and cost considerations, the old server should be kept read-only for a period during the rollback window after the migration is completed.
Let’s assess your requirements
We review your current environment, target and technical requirements in a 20–30 minute call. Scope, assumptions, deliverables and pricing are documented before work begins.
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