IT Infrastructure Checklist for New Office Setup in Dubai (2026)

The Complete IT Checklist for a New Dubai Office

1. Internet and Connectivity

• Choose ISP: Etisalat (eand) or du for business fibre
• Minimum: 100Mbps dedicated for up to 20 users; 500Mbps+ for 20 to 100 users
• Order at least 6 to 8 weeks before move-in
• Consider dual ISP via SD-WAN for business-critical operations

2. Structured Cabling

• Engage cabling contractor before fit-out completes
• Minimum Cat6A for all new installations
• 2 data points per desk minimum
• Cable test certificate on completion

3. Network Equipment

• Business-grade firewall (Fortinet FortiGate recommended)
• Managed PoE switches
• Wireless access points — 1 per 150 to 200 sqm + 1 per meeting room
• Configure VLANs: Corporate / Guest / VoIP / IoT / CCTV

4. Server and Storage

• Assess: on-premise, cloud, or hybrid?
• UPS for all servers and network equipment
• Server room: ventilated, locked, temperature monitoring

5. End-User Computing

• Laptop or desktop procurement
• Microsoft 365 licences deployed
• Antivirus and EDR installed on all devices
• Asset tagging and inventory

6. Communication

• IP telephone system (Yeastar, Grandstream, or 3CX)
• Number porting from previous numbers
• Meeting room AV: display, camera, microphone, speaker

7. Security

• CCTV system: entry points, server room, reception, car park
• Access control: biometric or RFID card for main entry and server room
• MFA on all accounts, email security, endpoint protection

8. Ongoing Support

• IT AMC contract in place before go-live
• 24/7 helpdesk number saved on all staff phones

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New Office IT Setup: Frequently Asked Questions

How early should I order internet for a new Dubai office? At least 6 to 8 weeks before move-in — business fibre activation timelines are a common cause of a fully fitted-out office sitting without working internet on day one.

What's the minimum cable category for a new office IT setup? Cat6A for all new installations, with a minimum of 2 data points per desk and a cable test certificate on completion.

How many WiFi access points does a new office need? Roughly 1 access point per 150 to 200 square metres of floor space, plus 1 per meeting room.

What should be in place before a new office goes live? An IT AMC contract signed before go-live, and a 24/7 helpdesk number saved on every staff member's phone — support needs to be ready before, not after, staff walk in.

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