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1U colocation UK
1U Colocation for Single Servers
1U colocation is a cost-effective way to place a single rackmount server or appliance in a secure UK data centre with resilient power, connectivity, cooling and support.
- Rack space
- 1U to private cages
- Power
- A+B options
- Network
- 100Gbps capable
- Support
- 24/7 remote hands
Overview
1U colocation UK from VeloxServ
1U colocation is a cost-effective way to place a single rackmount server or appliance in a secure UK data centre with resilient power, connectivity, cooling and support.
Best suited to
- Businesses moving servers out of offices or small server rooms
- Teams that need physical hardware control with data centre resilience
- Organisations planning hybrid cloud, backups or disaster recovery
- Buyers comparing UK colocation, rack space and data centre space
Service detail
Ideal for single-server deployments
A 1U package is suitable for small production systems, backup servers, monitoring appliances, firewalls and specialist hardware. It gives you a professional hosting environment without committing to an entire rack.
Key points
- From 1U rack space
- Allocated power and bandwidth
- Remote hands support
- Simple upgrade path to larger packages
Buyer guidance
Move out of the office server room
For businesses running important equipment in an office or comms cupboard, 1U colocation can improve resilience, security and connectivity while keeping costs controlled.
Key points
- Reduce office infrastructure risk
- Avoid local power and cooling limitations
- Keep ownership of the server
- Access UK data centre support
Colocation pricing
Estimate your UK colocation cost
Select rack space, power and bandwidth to create a guide monthly cost. The calculator is an estimate; final pricing depends on power design, connectivity, remote hands, IP requirements and contract details.
Need help scoping?
Tell us your server models, expected power draw, bandwidth requirement and preferred rack size. We will help you avoid under-scoping power, cooling or connectivity.
Estimated monthly cost
£45.00
Guide price excluding bespoke connectivity, VAT, installation and any agreed extras.
Request a tailored quote
Included features
What every UK colocation package includes
Every VeloxServ colocation service is built around secure data centre space, connectivity, power resilience and practical operational support.
IPv4 and IPv6 connectivity
Production-ready IP services with scalable bandwidth and network options.
24/7 remote hands
Engineer assistance for reboots, cabling, diagnostics, deliveries and hardware swaps.
24/7 data centre access
Round-the-clock access arrangements for authorised customer engineers.
100Gbps carrier-grade network
High-capacity UK network connectivity with carrier and peering options.
SLA-backed uptime
Colocation built around resilient power, cooling, security and operational support.
Data centre specification
UK Midlands data centre environment
VeloxServ provides a secure, connected and supported environment for server colocation, rack space and private cage deployments.
Power and cooling
- Redundant A+B power feeds
- N+N UPS systems and diesel generator backup
- Energy-efficient cooling with 24/7 environmental monitoring
- Power options from single-server deployments to high-density racks
Security
- Controlled facility access for authorised visitors
- CCTV monitoring and proximity access controls
- VESDA detection and FM200 fire suppression
- Private cage options for additional physical separation
Facility
- UK Midlands data centre location
- Carrier-neutral rack space and data centre space
- 42U standard rack height with full rack and private cage options
- Client facilities including parking, WiFi and refreshments
Connectivity and support
- Zayo, Openreach and Virgin Fibre onsite
- Cloud connectivity and low-latency edge options
- 24/7 remote hands and delivery management
- Dedicated account management and escalation
Connectivity and cloud
Carrier-grade connectivity for colocated infrastructure
Colocation is most valuable when it is paired with strong network design. VeloxServ can support IP transit, IPv4 and IPv6, carrier options, cloud connectivity and hybrid infrastructure patterns.
- 100Gbps-capable network services
- Zayo, Openreach and Virgin Fibre onsite
- Cloud connectivity and on-ramp options
- Remote hands for cabling and physical checks
Popular connectivity requirements
- Public internet transit
- Private WAN extension
- Cloud interconnect planning
- Firewall and network edge deployment
- Backup and disaster recovery connectivity
FAQ
1U Colocation for Single Servers FAQs
Clear answers to common buyer questions help search engines, AI assistants and customers understand your services.
What is 1U colocation?
1U colocation is data centre rack space for one rack unit of equipment, usually a single rackmount server or appliance.
Can I colocate a firewall or appliance?
Yes. 1U colocation can be suitable for servers, firewalls, routers, monitoring appliances and other rackmount hardware.
What happens if I need more space later?
You can scale into 2U, 3U, 4U, quarter rack, half rack or full rack space as your requirements grow.
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Request UK colocation pricing
Tell us what you want to colocate and we will help scope rack space, power, bandwidth, connectivity and remote hands.
Call: +44 (0)1902 924 920
Email: contact@veloxserv.co.uk
Useful details to include: rack size, server models, power draw, bandwidth, IPs, access needs and desired go-live date.