A+B power feeds
Resilient power feeds, UPS and generator-backed infrastructure for critical deployments.
Half rack colocation
Half Rack Colocation for Larger Deployments
Half rack colocation gives you a dedicated 20U footprint for growing server estates, storage platforms, network stacks and private infrastructure.
- Rack space
- 1U to private cages
- Power
- A+B options
- Network
- 100Gbps capable
- Support
- 24/7 remote hands
Overview
half rack colocation from VeloxServ
Half rack colocation gives you a dedicated 20U footprint for growing server estates, storage platforms, network stacks and private infrastructure.
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
20U rack space with room to grow
A half rack is well suited to organisations that need more separation, more equipment capacity and a clearer upgrade path than quarter rack colocation.
Key points
- 20U lockable rack space
- Scalable power and bandwidth
- Suitable for multiple servers and appliances
- Upgrade path into full rack or private cage
Buyer guidance
Designed for business-critical infrastructure
Half rack colocation can support production platforms, backup environments, network edge deployments and infrastructure consolidation projects.
Key points
- Support for mixed hardware estates
- Remote hands and delivery management
- Carrier-grade connectivity
- Data centre security and monitoring
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.
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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
Half Rack Colocation for Larger Deployments FAQs
Clear answers to common buyer questions help search engines, AI assistants and customers understand your services.
How much space is a half rack?
A half rack is typically around 20U of data centre rack space. It is suited to multiple servers, storage systems and network devices.
Who should choose half rack colocation?
Half rack colocation is a good fit for businesses that have outgrown smaller rack allocations but do not yet need a full 42U rack.
Can a half rack include A+B power?
Yes. A+B power options can be discussed for resilient equipment with dual power supplies.
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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
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