Budget Local Dedicated server?

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jasonvisser

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Hi peeps

I've been a reader for some time now but i have a question for everyone.

I am looking a new home for my web application that I would like to beta for my client.
I require a dedicated server that is hosted locally, something within my budget of R1000.

Does anyone know of any good deals in the market right now?

Many Thanks

Jason
 
Mweb has the cheapest for around R650. Includes like 50gb of traffic as well. They have a setup fee, but its cheaper than hosting at Hetzner.
 
ghoti said:
Mweb has the cheapest for around R650. Includes like 50gb of traffic as well. They have a setup fee, but its cheaper than hosting at Hetzner.
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I've had a look at Mwebs offerings but I would prefer something without a 12mth contract.
 
You should have no problem finding a local Linux server for that budget. If you need Windows based licencing or server management, then this task will likely be harder.

You may also want to explore a virtual server as an alternative.
 
RSkeens said:
You should have no problem finding a local Linux server for that budget. If you need Windows based licencing or server management, then this task will likely be harder.

You may also want to explore a virtual server as an alternative.
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Windows Server 2008 would be beneficial.

I will keep looking :)
 
Sorry to hijack the thread, what about if I want Hetzner prices and reliability but cPanel control panel? Can I set my own control panel with Hetzner? I don't like the idea of putting 'un-supported'software in a server if the DC will not touch it.

Other options?

Don't like Mweb because according to them they can't guarentee their SLA...
 
not a big fan of any of the local hosting companies, I mainly use amazon EC2 due to the quickness i can set up a new server and stuff but if im looking for a cheap dedicated best is http://www.kimsufi.ie/ €14.99 /month for a Intel Celeron 2GB ram no setup fee. OVH also have some good deals on bigger servers.
locally i would go for afihost or webafrica. Mweb is also a option. You could also look into collocation(you move your server to a dedicated data center) dont know what prices you are looking at but ye.

by the way may i ask why you looking for local, as i see it unless your application requires low latency hosting overseas you can save 60-70% of the costs.
 
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We can do Windows VPS from R450 pm. PM me for more info if interested.
 
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