Here’s the story of how one Cheshire business was running on borrowed time with ageing, unsupported servers, and how we stepped in to modernise their entire server infrastructure before it was too late.
Your server infrastructure is the backbone of your business. When servers are outdated or running unsupported software, they become vulnerable to security threats, hardware failures, and performance issues that can bring operations to a standstill.
At the end, you’ll see how a server infrastructure upgrade not only resolved immediate risks but also laid the groundwork for future growth.
Our Challenge: Ageing Server Infrastructure Running on Borrowed Time
The client’s on-premises server infrastructure was over seven years old. It was running unsupported, non-compliant versions of VMware ESXi and Windows Server: meaning no security patches, no vendor support, and no safety net if something went wrong.
This wasn’t just a theoretical risk. Unsupported server infrastructure is a prime target for cyberattacks, and ageing hardware becomes increasingly likely to fail without warning. The client was also facing performance limitations that were slowing down day-to-day operations. It was only a matter of time before something gave.
The objective was clear: to complete a full server infrastructure modernisation, restore vendor support, and improve overall system performance and resilience, all while minimising business disruption.
Our Solution: A Complete Server Infrastructure Modernisation
We planned and executed a full server infrastructure upgrade, replacing the legacy equipment with a modern, high-performance host. The new environment runs a fully supported VMware ESXi setup, aligned with current best practices.
We migrated all existing compliant virtual machines to the new host with minimal disruption to business operations. For critical services like the Domain Controller and File Server, we built and configured brand-new virtual machines running supported versions of Windows Server.
To boost performance, we implemented SSD-based RAID storage. This dramatically improved I/O performance and system reliability, the kind of upgrade users notice immediately.
We also applied current security updates, hardening standards, and endpoint protection to all newly deployed systems. Once everything was in place, we conducted thorough post-migration testing and validation to ensure stability, performance, and service continuity.
The Result: Faster, Safer, Scalable Server Infrastructure
The modernised server infrastructure delivers significantly improved performance, reliability, and security. The SSD RAID storage has reduced latency and improved application responsiveness, resulting in a noticeably better user experience across the board.
The environment is now fully compliant and supported, reducing operational risk and simplifying ongoing maintenance. No more worrying about unsupported software or hardware that could fail at any moment.
More importantly, the refreshed platform provides a scalable foundation for future growth and potential cloud integration. What started as a risk has become an opportunity, the client is now better positioned than ever to adapt and expand.
Key Takeaways
Outdated server infrastructure isn’t just an inconvenience, it’s a liability. Unsupported systems create security vulnerabilities, performance bottlenecks, and the constant threat of unexpected failure.
This server infrastructure modernisation project shows what’s possible when you take a proactive approach. The client now has modern, supported systems, improved performance, and a clear path forward for future technology decisions.If your server infrastructure is getting on in years or running unsupported software, don’t wait for something to go wrong. Whether you’re based in Cheshire or anywhere across the UK, talk to Amita and get your IT infrastructure ready for what’s next.
