Task 01: Prepare Handover Documentation
DOCUMENT CATEGORY: Runbook SCOPE: Documentation preparation PURPOSE: Compile handover documentation MASTER REFERENCE: [Azure Local Cloud - Handover Standards](https://Azure Local Cloud.com)
Overview
This step outlines the documentation package that must be compiled and prepared for customer handover. Complete documentation ensures the customer has all information needed to operate and maintain their Azure Local environment.
Documentation Package Contents
Infrastructure Documentation
| Document | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Network Diagram | Physical and logical network topology | ☐ Complete |
| IP Address Inventory | All assigned IP addresses by network | ☐ Complete |
| VLAN Configuration | VLAN assignments and purposes | ☐ Complete |
| Firewall Rules Summary | Documented firewall policies | ☐ Complete |
| Hardware Inventory | Serial numbers, models, locations | ☐ Complete |
Azure Configuration Documentation
| Document | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription Details | Subscription IDs, names, purposes | ☐ Complete |
| Resource Group Inventory | All resource groups and contents | ☐ Complete |
| RBAC Assignments | User/group permissions summary | ☐ Complete |
| Azure Service Configuration | Key Vault, Backup, ASR settings | ☐ Complete |
| Networking Configuration | VNets, subnets, VPN settings | ☐ Complete |
Operational Documentation
| Document | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Cluster Configuration | Cluster name, nodes, quorum | ☐ Complete |
| Storage Configuration | Pools, volumes, capacity | ☐ Complete |
| Backup Policies | Schedules, retention, targets | ☐ Complete |
| DR Configuration | ASR settings, recovery plans | ☐ Complete |
| Monitoring Setup | Alerts, dashboards, contacts | ☐ Complete |
Credential Documentation
Secure Handling Required
All credential documentation must be delivered securely and in accordance with Azure Local Cloud security policies.
| Credential Type | Delivery Method | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Local Administrator | Secure transfer | ☐ Prepared |
| Domain Administrator | Secure transfer | ☐ Prepared |
| iDRAC Credentials | Secure transfer | ☐ Prepared |
| Azure Service Principal | Secure transfer | ☐ Prepared |
| VPN Pre-shared Keys | Secure transfer | ☐ Prepared |
Validation Reports
Include completed validation reports from the cluster validation phase:
- Azure Endpoints Validation Report
- Dell Endpoints Validation Report
- Network Connectivity Validation Report
- Cluster Operations Validation Report
Quality Assurance Forms
| QA Form | Purpose | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Azure Backup QA Form | Azure Backup validation sign-off | ☐ Complete |
| ASR QA Form | Site Recovery validation sign-off | ☐ Complete |
| Network QA Form | Network validation sign-off | ☐ Complete |
| Cluster QA Form | Cluster health validation sign-off | ☐ Complete |
Documentation Delivery Checklist
Before proceeding to knowledge transfer:
- All documentation compiled into single delivery package
- Documentation reviewed for accuracy and completeness
- Sensitive information properly secured
- Customer-specific customizations applied (logos, naming)
- PDF/electronic versions generated
- Physical copies prepared (if required)
- Documentation portal access configured (if applicable)
Next Step
Proceed to Task 2: Conduct Knowledge Transfer
Navigation
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|---|---|---|
| ← Cluster Handover Overview | Cluster Handover | Task 2: Conduct Knowledge Transfer → |
Version Control
| Version | Date | Author | Changes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0.0 | 2026-03-24 | Azure Local Cloudnology Team | Initial release |