UFC 4-021-01
18 DECEMBER 2002
Table 5-3. Central Control Unit Maintenance
Component
Tasks
Review event log file; verify correct
events logged.
Central control unit,
diagnostic log files
Review system diagnostic log file;
correct deficiencies noted in log file.
Delete unneeded log files.
Delete unneeded error files.
Central control unit, hard
drive
Weekly
Verify sufficient free disk space
available.
Send out an alert to a small set of pre-
System Functional test
designated receiving devices and confirm
receipt.
If remote control software is loaded onto
System Security
system, verify that it is disabled to
prevent unauthorized system access.
Send out an alert to a diverse set of pre-
designated receiving devices and confirm
System Functional test
receipt. Include at least one of each type
Monthly
of receiving device.
Power down the central control unit
Central control unit, reset
computer and restart.
Make a full system software backup.
System Software
Rotate backups based on accepted
backups
practice at site.
Verify proper operation of computer.
Defragment hard drive.
Central control unit,
Verify unobstructed flow of cooling air.
computer
Clean filters, remove dust buildup on
Quarterly
cooling fans, cooling fins, and air
intake vents.
Verify that system will operate in the
absence of line power; discontinue line
power to system and verify
Central control unit, UPS
functionality.
Test UPS. See AFPAM 32-1186 and
NFPA 70B.
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