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Basic Server Health Check

A quick operational check for Linux servers before deeper troubleshooting.

Type: WorkflowTypical time: 15–30 minutes

Template

  1. Confirm the host is reachable by DNS name and IP address.
  2. Check uptime, load average, CPU pressure, and memory usage.
  3. Review disk usage, inode usage, and mounted filesystems.
  4. Check failed services and recently restarted services.
  5. Review recent critical logs for kernel, authentication, storage, and application errors.
  6. Confirm expected services are responding.
  7. Record finding, severity, owner, and next action.

Expected output

An operational note with system state, findings, and next action.

Use notes

OwnerAssign one person responsible for keeping the template current.
ReviewReview after significant changes, incidents, staffing changes, or tool changes.
RiskAdapt the template to local policies, contractual duties, privacy requirements, and operational risk.