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Colocating the server
gives you the greatest flexibility. You get to choose the hardware configuration
of the server and the software that goes on it. The hosting company maintains
the connection to the Internet and deals with environmental details such
as uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs), fire controls, and air conditioning.
On the other hand, you're responsible for that server's upkeep.
Companies that
offer colocation say they're moving away from this service and encouraging
their customers to rent a dedicated server. This means renting an entire
server from the hosting service, but having the hosting company service
and maintain it.
When you opt for dedicated server colocation with the hosting company, you pay for the
physical space that your server takes up. Colocation hosting usually
requires a higher startup cost than renting a server from a hosting company,
according to figures from Digital Nation. The server itself will cost
around $4000 for a low-end model, and $9000 for a midrange server. A half-rack
of space at a colocation facility will cost between $500 and $700 to start
up and the same amount each month. Finally, you'll have to purchase a
switch or a router, which will cost between $1500 and $2000 at the low
end. This would result in an initial outlay of at least $7500 -- and it
doesn't include the costs of staff time for setup and configuration, or
the cost of equipment depreciation, insurance, and the standby equipment.
Not all colocation service providers require the same capital outlay, however.
Concentric Networks' colocation plan includes connecting to a monitored
network, fire suppression, redundant power, and redundant air conditioning.
Most companies that offer server colocation service also sell service
contracts to maintain the server and its connections. These service contracts
will guarantee a certain percentage of uptime per month, and the fee will
increase as the guaranteed uptime increases.
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