Data Center Relocation and Migration
Mainframe Relocation
IBM Z-series and legacy mainframe relocations with OEM coordination and specialized rigging.
Mainframe systems remain in active production at thousands of organizations worldwide, running the core transaction processing, batch workloads, and database systems that the business depends on. Relocating a mainframe, whether an IBM z16, z15, or older Z-series frame, or legacy AS/400 and System i platforms, is one of the most specialized physical moves in IT logistics. These systems are heavy (often 2,000 pounds or more per frame), physically large, and require OEM involvement for pre-move and post-move engineering validation.
Capabilities
Key features
OEM-Coordinated Planning
Direct coordination with IBM and other mainframe OEMs for pre-move health checks, transport approvals, and post-move engineering validation.
Specialized Rigging and Transport
Heavy-lift rigging teams, structural floor load assessment, custom crating, and dedicated transport for systems weighing 2,000+ pounds.
Legacy System Expertise
Experience with older IBM Z, AS/400 (IBM i), and other legacy platforms that require knowledge of vintage hardware handling and connectivity standards.
How It Works
Our process
Discovery & Planning
Site surveys, dependency mapping, risk assessment, and detailed runbook creation tailored to your environment.
Execution
Skilled technicians perform the physical work with real-time project management oversight and quality assurance.
Validation & Handoff
Physical checks (power-on, link lights, labels and photos), as-built documentation, and on-site support while your IT team confirms systems are operational.
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Full-Facility Data Center Moves
Moving an entire data center at once: every rack, server, storage array and cable de-installed, transported and re-installed at the new site.
Important: DataTech Logistics provides physical logistics and installation for storage hardware. We do not host, back up, store, encrypt, or administer customer data, and have no access to customer systems. Our responsibility is limited to the secure physical handling and transport of the equipment itself.
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