Dedicated Servers
Powerful Dedicated Servers
Dedicated Server Information
Our dedicated servers offer outstanding performance for even the most demanding of websites with the latest Intel & Dell technology combining unparalleled server specification, bandwidth and service with a low monthly fee.
• Install any software you want
• No shared resources
• Host multiple websites
Comparison table
Choose from our Dual Core and Quad Core dedicated servers. Both come with unlimited bandwidth and your choice of either Linux or Windows operating systems.
Server Processor Dual Core
2.33Ghz Quad Core
2.5Ghz Quad Core
2.93Ghz
Operating System Windows Windows Windows or Linux
Server Memory (RAM) 4GB 8GB 16GB
Unlimited Bandwidth ✔ ✔ ✔
Server Hard Drive 2x160GB SATA 2x250GB SATA 2x1TB SATA
Hardware RAID ✔ ✔ ✔
Remote Server Reboot ✔ ✔ ✔
Root System Access ✔ ✔ ✔
IP Addresses 2 Free 2 Free 2 Free
Bandwidth graphs & reporting ✔ ✔ ✔
Server back ups Option Option Option
Pricing £90 per month £140 per month £210 per month
Option: Upgrade to Windows 2008 Standard £45 £45 £45
Option: MS SQL 2008 £35 £35 £35
Additional IP Addresses £15 pa, each £15 pa, each £15 pa, each
All pricing excludes VAT
All Servers include the following:
Operating System Windows Web Server 2008 R2 Windows Web Server 2008 R2 Windows Web Server 2008 R2
Web Server IIS 7 IIS 7 IIS 7
Mail Server Mail Enable Mail Enable Mail Enable
FTP Server Microsoft FTP Microsoft FTP Microsoft FTP
Database MS SQL Express or add MS SQL 2008 as an option MS SQL Express or add MS SQL 2008 as an option MS SQL Express or add MS SQL 2008 as an option
Programming languages ASP, ASP.net, .NET Framework ASP, ASP.net, .NET Framework ASP, ASP.net, .NET Framework
The control panel
Our control panel makes managing your Dedicated Server a breeze. Some of the features we provide are…
Add IP Addresses
We setup one IP address as standard and you can add another for free by clicking the option in the “Manage Dedicated Servers” area of your control panel. If you need more IP addresses after that you can buy these for £15 each per year.
Server Reboot
You can reboot your server any time you like. Just visit the “Manage Dedicated Servers” area of your control panel and click the real time reboot option. This will perform a hardware reboot (power cycle the server).
You should always try and do a proper software reboot if you can, but if you do need to perform a hardware reboot then you are in complete control of this feature 24x7x365.
Custom Work
Sometimes you might need some help with some system or application level problems on your server. Or you might need some new software installing that you can’t do yourself.
Bandwidth Graphs
We automatically graph your server’s traffic usage so that you can see how busy your server is.
Fire Suppression
Fire protection is provided by the FM200 Fire Suppression System which fills the sealed data centre with gas to extinguish any fire quickly without the use of water and without damage to any equipment.
Climate Control
The data centre is fully climate controlled with N+1 Stultz DX Cybercool Air Conditioning Systems. The system monitors and controls the temperature and humidity levels.
Drip sensors located below floor monitor for any leaks in the system. Cold air is forced underneath raised flooring into the bottom of each server rack, and vacuumed out of the top providing maximum cooling efficiency. The position of each server rack/apparatus is calculated by a dedicated deployment team to further optimise cooling efficiency.
Secure Fence
The building is surrounded by a 8ft perimeter fence. Gates are locked outside of normal business hours.
Secure Fob Access
There are two locking doors to go through for access to each of the separate data halls within DC2. These are locked and can only be opened using Secure Fobs which are only held by named staff.
Connectivity
We operate a multi-homed network utilising BGP4 technology. Simply put, we have multiple connections to the Internet with different backbone providers, should any connection fail our other connections automatically take all the traffic. Not only does this mean that we are very unlikely to lose connectivity to the Internet, but it also means that traffic moving to and from our network can choose from a range of paths to get to its final destination. This means that we have been able to configure the network always to take the fastest paths.
100% Cisco Gigabit Network
Our network operates on industry-leading network equipment from Cisco Systems. All our switches and routers are developed by Cisco. Our network is based on 10 gigabit technology, which means that it runs at a speed of 10000 Mb per second – most web hosting networks are limited to much less.
Our network also utilises 100% CAT6 network cable.
100% Dell Servers
We use only Dell servers in our Dedicated Server platform.
All our Dedicated Servers utilise RAID 1 disk mirroring so either of your two disks can fail without impacting your website.
CCTV
The data centre is monitored by cctv both externally and internally. All CCTV images are recorded and stored for 3 months.
Power Supply & UPS Backup
Each rack has two independent power feeds, fed from two diverse connections to the national grid.
Should one or both of these feeds fail 4 x 300kVA Riello UPS (N+1) battery backup systems will cover immediate power requirements. All power to the cabinets is supplied via the UPS to maintain clean supply to the servers.
If mains power is not restored within 10 seconds 3 x N+1 diesel powered generators will start providing full continuous power to the data centre.
Spare fuel for the generators is stored on-site and contracts are in place with fuel companies to deliver continuous emergency fuel for a virtually unlimited amount of time.
Server Backup Service
This is an online backup storage resource and costs £50 per 100GB or £10 per 10GB.
You can buy space in 10GB and 100 GB blocks. Our backup service makes the space available as a network drive on your server so you can copy files to the space manually or you can use your favourite backup programme.
FAQs
What type of hardware do you use?
All our dedicated servers are genuine Dell Servers. If you are comparing us to other providers please be aware that many companies make “homemade” servers using home computer motherboards in fabricated boxes.
What level of access do I have to my server?
You will have full root or administrator privileges to manage and access your server.
Can I install & uninstall anything I need to on the server?
Yes, some programs come pre-installed but you are welcome to uninstall these if required
Is Antivirus software included?
No, there is no antivirus software pre-installed however we can install ESET NOD32 for you at a cost of £35 per year or you can install your own. Be careful not to install a firewall product which will block your RDP session automatically.
I need to reboot my server, how can I arrange this?
You can reboot your server any time you like. Just visit the “Manage Dedicated Servers” area of your control panel and click the real time reboot option.
How much bandwidth do I get?
Your server comes with a 10mb connection to the Internet (10240 Kbps), It’s just like having your own leased line. You can transfer as much data as you like within your 10mb line. Don’t get this confused with your broadband at home or work; you don’t share your 10mb with anyone else. 10mb is a huge amount of bandwidth which can support a very busy website, it roughly translates to 2560 GB of bandwidth a month.
Do you have any restrictions on what I can use my server for?
No, as long as anything you do on the server abides with UK law then you are free to use the server for any purpose.
Can I use my server to host videos, stream audio or store large backups?
Yes, you can use your server for any purpose you need.
Where will my server be located?
Your server will be based in our UK Data Centre, in Nottingham.
Does the server run RAID disk mirroring?
Yes, all our servers are setup with hardware level RAID mirroring. In the unlikely event of a disk failure this means your server will continue to operate normally. We will be notified of the disk failure and will replace the broken disk for you with no cost or impact to your data or service.