Web Hosting Talk : Web Hosting Main Forums : Dedicated Server : What webhost should I look for?

[Fiesty]

Well, the last few months has been kind to me. My websites are now getting a boost of visits that its now sucking at least half of a gig, and a gig respectively. I continue to buy niche websites that isn't online yet. I see a lot of opportunities in these niche website - so I'm still on the market for a dedicated server in california.

I now own 24 domains and a physical business. I am looking to fully realizing this full-fledged network since my business is a corporation, so therefore - money's not an issue.

In the next few months, I will be spending a lot of money on getting these websites branded, coded to detail, and then I will start advertising these websites with the help of people that will be investing in my corporation. I will also use the funds from sources similar to a business loan. To start off, and test the waters, I'm looking at a server budget of 300 bucks or above.

I want a linux server, with PHP5, MySQL5, a secure backend, and it has to be managed.

[wb-Jay]

Based on your requirements I would recommend getting a VPS and starting out from there, you can always upgrade to a Dedicated server as and when required. If you don't have experiencing Managing servers go with a host offering Managed hosting.

[Fiesty]

I've heard horror stories surrounding VPS. I'm a vBulletin forum owner, so that's why I'm not going VPS. I've also chosen that I go with Managed hosting because of what you said: If I don't have experience with managing servers...go with managed hosting.

I'm looking for a good host in california. Any ideas, boys and girls?

[cristibighea]

I don't see why vBulletin on a VPS would have issues as we have a few running just fine, and you can have a VPS managed too. If you however want to move everything over to a dedicated server that will be a great idea, though a proper managed one with good hardware will cost quite a bit. Ask a few companies for a quote, it shouldn't be hard to find.

[HostcrateCEO]

personally based on what he said in regards to jason then he has every right to go with what he thinks is right. granted a VPS is good for those who are looking to upgrade but then again a whole dedicated server with management included makes it easier(speaking from experience) cause then you have some freedom, but then again you don't learn anything, which is why google will become your friend. im currently running a whole dedicated server with a forum, granted its going to be for support but i wouldn't trust it to a VPS since the RAM is split, space is split..so if you out grow your space then you have to upgrade. those are my thoughts on it.

[Hesser]

Is there a particular part of the US you want to be in? What kind of budget are you looking to spend? You can get some fully managed packages out there for around $199/mo. Now be careful on how most hosting companies package their "Fully Managed" packages. They say fully managed but give you a control panel and say there you go. Ask questions about their support, ticketing system, and response times. With a little research you'll find what you're looking for. Good Luck

[Katatonic]

If you want a team that knows what their doing:
www.waveweb.com

Pay the premium and you can't beat the service these Guys provide.

Otherwise there is:
www.dedicatednow.com

You obviously should be going for your own dedicated box (or two for backups).

I've personally dealt with the two above and give them high praise for their management. You're going to have to do a lot of emailing to find your host though with specifics of what you need. I believe it's best to develop a relationship with them, that way you'll get quicker and more detailed responses.

[iHubNet-Matt]

Originally Posted by Hesser

Is there a particular part of the US you want to be in?

Answer is already there.

Originally Posted by Fiesty

I'm looking for a good host in california. Any ideas, boys and girls?

[GCM]

I would recommend taking a look at WebNX in LA. They have a solid network in my opinion.

[Katatonic]

Originally Posted by GCM

I would recommend taking a look at WebNX in LA. They have a solid network in my opinion.

Yes, they have a solid network but they're unmanaged.

[GCM]

Originally Posted by Katatonic

Yes, they have a solid network but they're unmanaged.

Oops. I misread that part, I apologize. Take a look at ServePath in San Francisco.

[Fiesty]

Originally Posted by hostcrate_com

im currently running a whole dedicated server with a forum, granted its going to be for support but i wouldn't trust it to a VPS since the RAM is split, space is split..so if you out grow your space then you have to upgrade. those are my thoughts on it.

That's exactly why I'm not going VPS. I will be hosting more than one VB forum. One for my network, one for a niche website, and one for something else. I'm also thinking of expanding. Remember I own 24 domains. Which is quite a lot.

Originally Posted by Katatonic

If you want a team that knows what their doing:
www.waveweb.com

Pay the premium and you can't beat the service these Guys provide.

Otherwise there is:
www.dedicatednow.com

You obviously should be going for your own dedicated box (or two for backups).

I've personally dealt with the two above and give them high praise for their management. You're going to have to do a lot of emailing to find your host though with specifics of what you need. I believe it's best to develop a relationship with them, that way you'll get quicker and more detailed responses.

I've been looking at DedicatedNow for a while now. It looks like they fixed the security in the order form!

I like WaveWeb's style when it comes to grace billing. It seems like Site5 (first host I've ever dealt with).

ServePath seems good. Really good. WorldCom used to be in their building, pretty cool. It means they have enough processing power to handle most everything in there.

[MiguelSingleHop]

I would not suggest a VPS, based on your budget you certainly can get a dedicated server with Management. In addition with a dedicated server you will have root access to the server and not be constrained to the limitations a VPS will have. My suggestion would be to get on a server that has at least one additional hard drive port that will be readily available (unless you use RAID) and start small and add as your company grows.

[Fiesty]

I am looking at a twin harddrive. Good point there.

Yes, I'd want root access. I'm used to root access thanks to lovely CpanelX. God, CPanelX feels like I'm controlling a VB backend. Which is good.

Question: What's the difference between Unix and Unix 64-bit? I want a Linux server and I always see Unix and Unix 64bit listed.

[MiguelSingleHop]

Well most modern standard applications can run on a 64bit platform, but it is always good to check with any unique software parties if their applications run on 64 bit. 64Bit OS's are primarily used for speed as well as in machines that have 4GB of RAM or greater.