Hi,
Been doing a ton of research since discovering LowEndTalk and am grateful for everyone's help and responses. I'm about to pull the trigger on 1 or 2 LEBs here.
So, onto the dedicated. I have a client that needs managed services, but not crazy hardware specs. They would probably be OK with a 2GB KVM setup VPS, but I know they may need a good amount more in the upcoming year and with 4GB KVMs being a bit pricey, I thought I'd investigate the dedicated market.
The idea I came up with is to find a dedicated server that I would split the costs with them if I managed it- so they would save some $ on the server and I'd also get 'half' a server.
So, with that in mind, here are the 'specs' as I best see fit.
Is this doable for < $100? Location: USA Dallas or Atlanta CPU: newer Intel, dual core or better RAM: 8GB with room for 16+ HD: 1TB x 2 with raid controller and room for additional drives Bandwidth: 1TB - 5TB or so on 1gig port OS: KVM- I want to be able to VPSs for this client so they don't see any of my other clients on the machine Panel: WHM/Cpanel Support: Need to be able to remote reboot, load OS, etc. And if I need hands on, be able to have the hardware support side taken care of. Also, be able to have network support as well.
I've never managed a dedi, but have managed a VPS and been OK so far with infrequent 'help' from my current host. I also plan on hiring someone to secure things as well once things get going.
My main concern is hardware/network support. If there's a hardware issue, I need to know that I can make a call/ticket and get a drive/ram/mobo replaced quickly.
thanks!
John