Quarter rack colocation

Quarter Rack Colocation for Growing Infrastructure

Quarter rack colocation gives your business a dedicated 10U footprint for multiple servers, network devices, storage and appliances without the cost of a full rack.

Rack space
1U to private cages
Power
A+B options
Network
100Gbps capable
Support
24/7 remote hands

Overview

quarter rack colocation from VeloxServ

Quarter rack colocation gives your business a dedicated 10U footprint for multiple servers, network devices, storage and appliances without the cost of a full rack.

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

Dedicated 10U colocation space

A quarter rack is a practical next step when single-server colocation is no longer enough. It provides a dedicated footprint for multiple devices, cabling, network hardware and growth.

Key points

  • 10U lockable rack space
  • Power and bandwidth included
  • Room for servers and network devices
  • Scales into half rack or full rack

Buyer guidance

Good fit for SMEs and platform teams

Quarter rack colocation can support web platforms, customer systems, backup infrastructure, firewall clusters, lab environments and private infrastructure for smaller teams.

Key points

  • Predictable monthly cost
  • Better separation than shared U space
  • Access to remote hands
  • Carrier and cloud connectivity options

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.
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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.

A+B power feeds

Resilient power feeds, UPS and generator-backed infrastructure for critical deployments.

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
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Popular connectivity requirements

  • Public internet transit
  • Private WAN extension
  • Cloud interconnect planning
  • Firewall and network edge deployment
  • Backup and disaster recovery connectivity

FAQ

Quarter Rack Colocation for Growing Infrastructure FAQs

Clear answers to common buyer questions help search engines, AI assistants and customers understand your services.

How much space is a quarter rack?

A quarter rack is typically around 10U of rack space, suitable for several rackmount servers or a mix of servers and network hardware.

Is a quarter rack lockable?

Quarter rack options can be provided as lockable rack space, depending on the configuration and requirements.

Can I upgrade from a quarter rack?

Yes. You can scale into half rack, full rack or private cage colocation as the deployment grows.

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UK Colocation Pricing and Rack Space Calculator

Estimate UK colocation pricing for 1U, quarter rack, half rack and full rack options. Use the VeloxServ rack space calculator and request a tailored quote.

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Get a quote

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.