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06-27-2018, 09:49 PM #1Web Hosting Master
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colo server,what should i prepare ?
Hi,
when colo one server,
i think i just need my server and rail without switch.
my locally,no matter,1/4R,1/2R or full rack,
i know i need servers,switch,power and network rj-45 cable.
and all including installed PDU.
but i check with some usa colo sales,
he ask me prepare my own PDU,is it normal ?
if yes,do you recommend any PDU ?
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06-27-2018, 10:48 PM #2Web Hosting Master
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Yes it is very normal for colo providers to require the customer (that being you) provide the PDU. Colo providers have no idea what your requirements/preferences are, i.e., managed PDUs, 0U/1U/Metered, DUAL PSU, ATS etc..
When you colo, you're essentially responsible for supplying everything within a raw rack. For example, your server + rails if applicable, power & network cables, rack-mountable switch(s) and PDU(s). Additionally, you're responsible for maintaining inventory, including PDU(s), providers aren't going to take that responsibility unless you're paying an increased amount -- colo margins are slim, to begin with. That's not to say; colo providers aren't fair or unwilling to sell you hardware on demand in the event of an emergency as most provide IaaS themselves. So it's something to prepare for and consider.
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06-27-2018, 11:39 PM #3The Linux Specialist
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06-28-2018, 12:19 AM #4Junior Guru
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I have nevwr had to provide my own PDUs excepy when doing private rack/cabinet. Whenever I did 1/2/5/10U in a shared cabinet, PDUs were provided by the colo.
When going private cabinet for the first time, I got specs from the colo, chose what I wanted, and verified my selection with the colos engineering team to make sure it was a good fit.
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06-28-2018, 12:23 AM #5New Member
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