Relocating an office is never easy — and relocating a server room is even harder. Unlike desks and chairs, you can’t just unplug your IT infrastructure and move it. The servers, networking gear, cabling, cooling, and power infrastructure are sensitive, tightly integrated, and often custom-built into the space. Moving them takes time, money, and expert planning.
What’s involved in relocating a traditional server room?
When planning to relocate a traditional server room, you’ll need to:
- Build a new dedicated server space in the new office
- Set up cooling, power, security, and cabling before the move
- Minimise downtime to reduce business disruption
- Back up all your data in advance
- Hire professionals to transport and reinstall equipment
- Factor in costs for IT team overtime and potential downtime
It’s not just the physical move — it’s a complete infrastructure rebuild. And it’s expensive. Depending on the complexity of your setup, a server room relocation can cost tens of thousands of dollars and take several months to complete.
Real-world experience: what one company learned
Here’s what one customer had to say after going through the process firsthand:
“Two years ago, we priced up a Zella Pro for our new office. We decided to build a server room instead and spent $70K on the server room build — and now we have to move. In hindsight, we should have purchased a Zella Pro, and we could have just relocated it to our new office location.”
This kind of situation is unfortunately common. Fixed server rooms don’t move easily — but micro data centres do.
Moving made simple with Zella Pro and Zella Swift
Our range of portable micro data centres is designed to eliminate the complexity of relocation. With a Zella Pro or a Zella Swift, the process is simple:
Unplug ➡️ Transport ➡️ Plug back in
The decommissioning and reinstallation process only takes a few hours. Any certified electrician can reconnect it to mains power, and a licensed HVAC technician can recommission the cooling system. That’s it.
How Zella Pro and Zella Swift make relocation easy
- Compact: Fits through standard doorways and hallways
- Portable: Built-in wheels for easy movement
- Modular: Use multiple units side by side or spread them out
- Low noise: Fully insulated for quiet operation
- Plug and play: Works on standard power
- Self-contained: Integrated cooling, power, and security
With Zella DC you’re not locked into your office space. You’re free to scale or relocate as your business grows.
Considering a move or office upgrade?
Talk to us about how a Zella DC micro data centre can future-proof your IT infrastructure and simplify your next relocation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to relocate a server room?
Relocation can cost tens of thousands of dollars depending on the size and complexity of your infrastructure. It often involves rebuilds, specialist movers, and downtime.
Can I move my server room myself?
No — server equipment is sensitive and requires professionals to safely disconnect, transport, and reinstall. Cabling, cooling, and power must also be rebuilt in the new space.
What’s the alternative to building a server room?
Portable micro data centres like the Zella Pro or Zella Swift offer a plug-and-play alternative. They include built-in cooling, power management, and security — with no dedicated server room required.
How long does it take to move a Zella Pro or a Zella Swift?
Decommissioning and reinstalling a Zella Pro or a Zella Swift takes just a few hours. It can be connected by a qualified electrician and recommissioned by an HVAC technician.
Is a Zella Pro or Zella Swift suitable for all office environments?
Yes — it’s compact, quiet, and runs on standard power. It fits through doorways and can be placed in almost any office location, making it ideal for relocations and rapid deployments.
