Single Server
from£995Per month
16-32 CPU Cores
/64-128GB RAM
/1-2TB NVMe Storage
/Linux or Windows
From
£995
Per month
Maximum Power. Your Hardware. Your Rules.
Physical dedicated servers built exactly how you need them. No sharing resources with anyone. Just raw performance, enterprise security, and the kind of support where we actually know your setup inside-out. Because sometimes 'good enough' isn't good enough.
Key Features of Bare-metal Servers
What Are Bare-metal Servers?
Bare-metal servers are physical dedicated servers. Actual hardware that’s yours and yours alone. No sharing with anyone else. Just maximum performance, complete control, and the best privacy you can get.
Think of it like the difference between renting a flat in a building versus owning the entire building. Cloud Servers are brilliant: dedicated virtual machines with great performance. But Bare-metal? That’s when you need the absolute maximum. No compromises.
We configure them with the same enterprise stack we use for everything else (LiteSpeed, Sophos MDR, Imunify360), monitor them 24/7, and manage them like we would our own. This isn’t datacenter colocation where you’re on your own. We’re here, we know your setup, and we own problems when they happen.
Example Builds
Every Bare-metal build is custom, but here are some examples to give you an idea of what's possible. We build to any specification you need - these are just starting points.
E-Commerce Powerhouse
from£1500Per month
64-128 CPU Cores
/256-1024GB RAM
/4-200TB storage
/Linux or Windows
From
£1500
Per month
Multi-Server Infrastructure
from£2500Per month
Multiple servers
/Load balancing
/Clustered storage
/Whatever you need
From
£2500
Per month
What Makes Our Bare-metal Different
Your Bare-metal server isn't a blank box you need to figure out. It comes configured with the same enterprise tools we use for all our hosting: LiteSpeed Enterprise, Sophos MDR, Imunify360, proper monitoring, and tested backups. We set it up properly, monitor it 24/7, and manage it like our own infrastructure.
Physical hardware means you're not sharing resources with anyone. Your processing power, memory, and storage are dedicated entirely to you. For applications that need every ounce of performance, the difference between Cloud and Bare-metal can mean noticeably better results.
With Bare-metal, there are no other customers on the same physical hardware. Your data lives on hardware dedicated to you alone. For financial services, healthcare, government work, or businesses that take privacy seriously, this is as separated as it gets short of running your own datacenter.
A single server can have up to 256 CPU cores, 2TB of RAM, and 100TB+ of storage. Need more? We build multi-server clusters with separate web, database, and security servers, high-availability configurations, and clustered storage arrays. Whatever your architecture needs, we can build it.
A Bare-metal customer's database was performing poorly. Technically not our problem, it was application-level. We spent three hours analysing queries, rebuilding indexes, and working with their development team to fix it. Because 'not our problem' isn't how we operate.
1. Same Enterprise Stack, Fully Configured
2. No Sharing, No Compromises
3. Ultimate Privacy and Compliance
4. Custom Builds for Complex Needs
5. We Own It, Even When It's Complex
Ideal For…
Bare-metal Is Perfect When You Need:
Maximum Performance
Applications where every millisecond matters. Large databases. Resource-intensive processing. When Cloud is fast but you need faster.
Physical Separation
Compliance requirements. Financial services. Healthcare data. Government work. Privacy-critical applications where sharing hardware isn’t acceptable.
Very High Traffic
Sites consistently handling hundreds of thousands or millions of daily visitors. Large e-commerce platforms during peak seasons. Applications where performance directly impacts revenue.
Complex Multi-Server Architecture
Separate web, database, and caching servers. Load-balanced configurations. High-availability setups with failover. Clustered storage requirements.
Serious Resources
A single Bare-metal server can have up to 256 CPU cores, 2TB of RAM, and 100TB+ of storage. Need more than that? Multi-server setups can go much, much bigger.
When Cloud Isn’t Quite Enough
You’ve outgrown even our largest Cloud Server. You need physical hardware with no compromises.
But Not As Good For…
When to Consider Cloud Instead:
Cost-Effectiveness for Smaller Sites
If your site or application runs well on Cloud, Bare-metal is probably overkill. Cloud Servers give you dedicated resources without the cost of physical hardware. Bare-metal starts from £995/month. Make sure you need it.
Quick Scaling Needs
Cloud Servers can be resized relatively quickly. Bare-metal requires physical hardware changes, which takes longer. If you need to scale resources up and down frequently, Cloud is more flexible.
Testing or Development
Unless you’re testing specific hardware configurations, Cloud is more cost-effective for dev/staging environments. Save Bare-metal for production when you genuinely need the performance.
Starting Out
Most businesses should start with Cloud Servers. You can always move to Bare-metal later when you’re certain you need it. It’s a natural progression: Shared → Cloud → Bare-metal.
When You Don’t Need Physical Hardware
Be honest: Do you actually need physical dedicated servers, or would Cloud work fine? We won’t upsell you. If Cloud meets your needs, we’ll tell you. Integrity over incentives.
Running a Specific Platform?
We have dedicated pages for platforms that commonly run on Bare-metal, with platform-specific details and optimisations.
Trusted Partners
Nominet
Cloudflare
JISC
Acronis
Sophos
cPanel
Let's Discuss Your Infrastructure
Bare-metal servers aren’t one-size-fits-all. They’re built to your exact specifications. Give us a shout and we’ll discuss what you actually need, what it’ll cost, and whether Bare-metal is genuinely the right fit.
No pressure, no games. Just an honest conversation about infrastructure.
FAQs on Bare-metal Servers
Almost everything. Here’s what we can configure on a single server:
Processors (CPU Cores)
From 16 cores to 256 cores. We’ll recommend based on your application needs.
Memory (RAM)
From 64GB to 2TB (2048GB). Error-correcting memory for reliability. Whatever your application demands.
Storage
- From 1TB to 100TB+ of fast NVMe storage
- Redundant configurations for data protection
- Super-fast clustered storage for demanding workloads
- Multiple drive setups for different needs
Network
- 1Gbps to 10Gbps connections
- Multiple network interfaces
- Redundant network connections
Operating System
- Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS, Debian, others)
- Windows Server (various versions)
Multi-Server Setups
Need to go beyond what a single server can offer? We build multi-server infrastructure too: separate web servers, database servers, caching layers, load balancers, clustered storage. The specs above are per-server limits; multi-server setups can scale far beyond that.
If you can think of it, we can probably build it. If we can’t, we’ll tell you honestly.
Enterprise Stack (Same as All Our Hosting)
- LiteSpeed Enterprise (web server, where applicable)
- Sophos MDR (24/7 security monitoring and threat response)
- Imunify360 (firewall and intrusion prevention)
- Control panel (where applicable)
- Completely customisable
Management & Monitoring
- 24/7 proactive monitoring
- Automated alerts
- Performance tracking
- Resource monitoring
- Security monitoring
Backups
- Acronis backup solutions
- Regular automated backups
- Point-in-time recovery
- Off-site backup storage
Support
- Email support (typically 1-2 hour response during business hours)
- Phone support (business hours)
- Emergency support (24/7 for critical issues)
- Direct access to technical team
Configuration
We set everything up properly. This isn’t colocation where you’re handed a server and left to figure it out. We configure it, secure it, optimise it, and hand it over ready to use.
Ongoing Management
We don’t just set it up and disappear. We monitor it, maintain it, and fix problems. When something needs attention, we handle it, even if it’s outside normal ‘hosting’ boundaries. That’s how we operate.
1. Discovery & Specification (1-2 weeks)
We discuss your requirements in detail. What applications you’re running, what performance you need, any specific hardware requirements, compliance needs. We’ll recommend configurations and provide honest guidance about whether Bare-metal is actually what you need.
2. Proposal & Pricing
We provide a detailed proposal with exact specifications and pricing. No surprises, no hidden costs. You’ll know exactly what you’re getting and what it costs before we proceed.
3. Hardware Procurement (2-4 weeks typically)
We order the specific hardware to your specifications. Lead times vary depending on components, but we’ll give you realistic timeframes.
4. Build & Configuration (1-2 weeks)
We build the server, install and configure the OS, set up the enterprise stack, configure monitoring and backups, optimise everything, and test thoroughly.
5. Testing & Handover (3-5 days)
We run performance tests, security checks, backup tests, and provide access. If you need data migrated from existing infrastructure, we handle that too.
6. Go Live & Support
Once you’re happy, we go live. And we don’t disappear. We monitor everything ongoing and provide support when you need it.
Typical Timeline: 4-8 weeks from agreement to going live, depending on hardware lead times and complexity.
Single Server Specifications
Processor (CPU Cores): From 16 cores up to 256 cores on a single server. We’ll recommend the right configuration based on your application.
Memory (RAM): From 64GB up to 2TB (2048GB) on a single server. Whether you need 64GB for a growing site or 2TB for massive databases, we can build it.
Storage: From 1TB up to 100TB+ on a single server. Fast NVMe storage, with options for super-fast clustered, redundant storage for demanding workloads.
Networking
- 1Gbps to 10Gbps connections
- Redundant network interfaces available
- Low latency to UK locations
Multi-Server Infrastructure
Need more than a single server can offer? Multi-server setups can go far beyond these limits. Multiple servers working together with shared storage, load balancing, and failover. If you can imagine it, we can probably build it.
Uptime
99.9%+ uptime target with proactive monitoring and rapid incident response.
Starting Point
Bare-metal servers start from £995/month. E-commerce or high-performance builds typically run from £1,500/month. Complex multi-server setups start from £2,500/month.
What Affects Price
- Hardware specifications (processor, RAM, storage)
- Storage configurations (redundancy, drive types)
- Network requirements (bandwidth, redundancy)
- Operating system (Windows licensing costs more)
- Number of servers (multi-server setups)
What’s Included in Monthly Price
- Hardware (we own and maintain it)
- Enterprise stack (LiteSpeed, Sophos MDR, Imunify360)
- 24/7 monitoring
- Automated backups
- Support (email, phone, emergency)
- Ongoing management
Setup Fees
Like the monthly price, setup fees depend on the specification. Typically with a 3 year term there are no setup fees, and often with a 1 year term there might not be.
No Hidden Costs
What we quote is what you pay. No surprise bills, no ‘oh by the way’ charges. If something will cost extra, we tell you before we do it.
Want an Exact Quote?
Give us a shout. We’ll discuss what you need and provide exact pricing based on your specifications. No pressure, no games. Just honest numbers.
What’s the difference between Bare-metal and Cloud?
Cloud Servers are virtual machines: dedicated resources but running on shared physical hardware. Bare-metal is physical hardware dedicated entirely to you. Bare-metal performs better for some applications and offers complete privacy since you’re not sharing hardware with anyone.
Do I need to manage the server myself?
No. We configure it, monitor it, manage it, and fix problems. This isn’t colocation. You get dedicated hardware with full management and support.
Can I upgrade later?
Yes, but it requires physical hardware changes which take longer than Cloud. We can add RAM, upgrade CPUs, add storage. We just need to plan it.
What if I outgrow a single server?
We can expand to multi-server setups: separate web, database, caching servers, load balancing, the works. Bare-metal scales from single servers to complex infrastructure.
How long does deployment take?
Typically 4-8 weeks from agreement to going live, depending on hardware lead times. We’ll give you realistic timeframes upfront.
What happens if hardware fails?
We monitor everything 24/7. If hardware fails, we replace it and restore from backups. That’s why backups and monitoring are included. We own the problem.
Can I start with Cloud and move to Bare-metal later?
Absolutely. That used to be the path most customers followed, but these days we try and scale things horizontally (more servers) where possible, spreading the risk from a single server failure. If you really need to go to bare-metal because you need every last drop of performance, then we can, but few need it.
Is Bare-metal overkill for my needs?
Possibly. Bare-metal starts from £995/month, so it’s worth being honest about whether you need it. If Cloud meets your needs, we’ll tell you. We won’t upsell you on Bare-metal if you don’t genuinely need it. Integrity over incentives.
Do you support Windows Server?
Yes, both Linux and Windows Server. Windows licensing adds to the cost, but we fully support it.
Do you support specific platforms like OrderWise or Magento?
Yes. We have dedicated pages for platforms that commonly run on Bare-metal. Check out our OrderWise ERP Hosting or Magento Hosting pages for platform-specific details and recommendations.