Colocation. Your hardware in our data center.
Your own servers, in a professional environment. With our colocation services, you place your hardware in a certified data center in Germany and benefit from infrastructure you would never need to build or maintain yourself. Redundant power supply, precision cooling, multi-level access control and a network connection that leaves nothing to be desired. Your hardware stays yours. We make sure it runs in the best possible environment.
Better than any server room.
Many companies still run their servers in their own rooms. That sounds like control, but in practice it is often the opposite. Power outages without adequate backup, cooling that reaches its limits in summer, no round-the-clock access protection and a network connection that simply is not sufficient for business-critical systems. The infrastructure that a professional data center provides is something no company can economically justify building itself.
That is exactly where colocation comes in. You retain full control over your hardware, your operating system and your applications. We provide the environment in which your systems run securely, stably and with high availability. GDPR-compliant, ISO-certified and with a team that steps in directly when needed.
What many customers only notice over the course of working together is that colocation is often the first step towards a broader IT strategy. Once your hardware is in a professional data center, it does not take long to start thinking about which parts of the infrastructure could sensibly be extended into the cloud. We are happy to accompany you on that journey, as far as you want to take it.
What to expect in our data centers.
Key Features
- 1/2 or Full cabinet or server rack
- You have full control over your hardware
- Electricity according to consumption or flat rate
- High availability
- 24×7 access and security
- Remote hands & eyes
- Carrier neutral
- Flexible service offering
Security
- Early smoke detection and fire alarm system
- Gas extinguishing system
- Video surveillance
- Multi-security area with 24×7 security personal and central access control
- 16A and 32A circuits for racks
- Private suites and cages to fit more requirements
High Availability
- High symmetric bandwidths available (L1, L2 or L3)
- Internet with up to 2x 40 Gbit/s
- Redundant and uninterruptible power supply (A and B feed)
- N+1 Infrastructure for air conditioning
- Total availability 99, 999%
- Cloud Connects
Sustainability
- Power supply consists of 100% renewable energy sources
- High energy efficiency thanks to low PUE value (Power Usage Effectiveness)
- Remote hands & eyes to support your business with our technical knowledge
Certified data centers in Germany and Europe.
Where your hardware is located has a direct impact on latency, compliance and, in an emergency, on the availability of your systems. Our colocation services are delivered across a European network of certified partner data centers. All locations are regularly audited by independent bodies to ISO 27001, PCI DSS and ISAE 3402. Talk to us and we will find the location that best fits your requirements together.
Germany
Berlin
Cologne
Düsseldorf
Frankfurt
Hamburg
Hanover
Leipzig
Munich
Nuremberg
France
Antibes
Besancon
Lyon
Paris (PAR1)
Paris (PAR2)
Strasbourg
Valbonne
UK
Birmingham
Bridgend
Bristol
Chester
Leeds
Liverpool
London
Milton Keynes
Nottingham
Rugby
Swindon
Netherlands
Amsterdam
Switzerland
Geneva
Zurich
Belgium
Ghent
Spain
Madrid
Related services.
Colocation is often the starting point for a broader IT strategy. Many of our customers combine their hardware in the data center with additional services that we integrate seamlessly and operate together with them.
Internet & Connectivity
We provide the fastest, most reliable internet experience available in your server racks and establish the secure layer-2 or layer-3 connection to your headquarter on one of the top ranked Tier 1 IP networks in the world.
Cloud Connect
Use our resilient links to connect to the weSystems cloud or any other through any combination of private and public peering. Cloud Connect significantly lowers data transfer costs with fixed cloud ingress pricing models.
Bare Metal Server
By booking your bare metal server, you optimize performance, ensure maximum security, and customize your hardware to meet specific needs. Enjoy the flexibility and dedicated resources of bare metal.
The move is easier than you think.
Many companies put off the move to a data center because they dread the effort involved. In practice, a migration almost always runs more smoothly than expected, because we are involved from the very beginning.
We support you with planning, logistics and commissioning your systems at the new location. And afterwards, we do not disappear. We stay reachable whenever you need us.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a colocation data center?
A colocation data center provides professionally managed infrastructure. You bring your own hardware and we take care of power, cooling, security and network connectivity. You retain full control over your systems while we handle everything around them.
What are the benefits of server housing in Germany?
Server housing in Germany means maximum security, short distances and legal clarity under German data protection law. Your data stays in Germany, your systems run in an audited environment and you always have a personal contact, without needing to build your own infrastructure.
How do colocation services work?
You rent space in the data center, bring your hardware and gain access to high-quality infrastructure, redundant power and a certified environment. On request, we also take over ongoing operations, monitoring and support.
Who is server housing suitable for?
For companies that want to operate their own server hardware but want to avoid the costs, risks and effort of running their own server room. And for anyone who values physical control over their hardware but still wants to benefit from professional data center infrastructure.
How secure is a colocation data center?
Very secure. Our data centers are ISO 27001-certified, monitored by video surveillance around the clock and equipped with access control, early fire detection and emergency power supply. Independent bodies regularly audit and certify the locations.
What does server housing in Germany cost?
Prices depend on the space required, power consumption, bandwidth, the chosen SLA level and optional services. We are happy to put together an individual proposal for you, transparent and without hidden costs.
Is a colocation data center scalable?
Yes. Our colocation services grow with you. From a single server to multiple racks or full cage solutions, we adapt the capacity to your requirements.
What is the network connectivity like for server housing in Germany?
Our data centers offer carrier-neutral connectivity with BGP, peering and redundant uplinks as well as direct cloud connectivity. You get the bandwidth you need, across multiple independent carriers.
Do you offer remote support?
Yes. Our Remote Hands Service is available for reboots, hardware replacement, cable management and other on-site tasks. You do not need to travel there yourself when something comes up.
What is the difference between server housing and hosting?
With hosting, the provider supplies and operates the hardware for you. With server housing, you bring your own hardware to a professional data center and operate it yourself, with our infrastructure in the background.
Can I migrate my current setup to your colocation data center?
Yes. We support you with planning, logistics and commissioning your systems at the new location. Talk to us and we will look at your situation together.
What happens if there is a power outage in the data center?
Our locations are equipped with uninterruptible power supply, emergency generators and multiply redundant systems. A single power outage has no impact on your systems.