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10-15-2005, 02:38 AM #1Newbie
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Fully Managed Server
Hi there,
I hope everyone is doing well. =) I am going to be in the market for a reasonably priced, fully managed Linux server for a hosting venture that I am undertaking.
More important than a ton of bells and whistles to me is a company that can provide the following:
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1) Friendly customer service that can offer a fully managed box, that is backed-up, and kept up to date with the latest security & software needed to run a modest hosting company.
2) Connection to a solid network.
3) The box itself should have a generous amount of memory, be fairly spunky, and I suppose be P2 or P3.
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Again, service is really important here. I'll be providing excellent customer service to my clients, so when a server issue arrises, I need someone who is ready and willing to help & communicate with me so I can take care of my customers accordingly.
Do you have any suggestions / personal experiences you'd be willing to share that would lead me in the right direction?
I really appreciate your help.
Cheers!
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10-15-2005, 03:19 AM #2Web Hosting Master
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Hi,
What is your budget? I suggest search the Offers Forum, there are several good fully managed offers posted in there. Good Luck!
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10-15-2005, 03:52 AM #3Newbie
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Charles,
Thanks for the reply. =)
The budget is open right now, as I am still learning about the scope of the project. However, I know to receive quality, you have to be willing to pay for it, so I'm prepared to be whatever the fair market is for these specs.
I have searched the offers forum, but the problem is, so many offers sound great! I'm hoping to learn about some personal experiences from actual customers.
Thanks again for your reply,
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10-15-2005, 10:00 AM #4Web Hosting Master
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Do you already have hosting clients that you will be moving, or is this a new business ?
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10-15-2005, 10:01 AM #5Managed Hosting Expert
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A budget *really* would help here, even if you are willing to be flexible...
Do you have any idea on the volume of sites you'll be placing on the server?
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10-15-2005, 12:50 PM #6Newbie
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Hi,
Thanks again for the replies, guys. I would say to start, top of the budget would be between $150-$200 a month.
The customers do not exist yet, but once the project is a go, they will be there (probably 5 to 10 a week). I know I could go reseller account, and move when we hit a certain level, but I would just as soon have everything in place from the start, and avoid the extra work down the line.
Cheers,
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10-15-2005, 05:44 PM #7Web Hosting Guru
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2 company I recomend for fully managed server
1. Allmanaged - SAGONET
2. If you want Savvis - DedicatedPlace
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10-15-2005, 06:18 PM #8Web Hosting Master
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Originally posted by briguy25
Hi,
Thanks again for the replies, guys. I would say to start, top of the budget would be between $150-$200 a month.
The customers do not exist yet, but once the project is a go, they will be there (probably 5 to 10 a week). I know I could go reseller account, and move when we hit a certain level, but I would just as soon have everything in place from the start, and avoid the extra work down the line.
Cheers,
brian
A VPS might be another option. Honestly though, I think you might want to up your budget; remember, if you have problems with the server, your hosting clients don't care whose fault it is, they just get mad that their site is down.