Tips and Tricks to Managing a Dallas Colocation Server

There are several different methods for managing collocation deployments. Each offers its own set of drawbacks and benefits.

There are many different types of collocation including private suites and cages to secure lockable half, quarter or full cabinets. Renting a full cabinet in a Dallas collocation facility can be expensive, and as a result, some companies decide to purchase half cabinet, or even a quarter cabinets. While smaller cabinet spaces can reduce costs, they must be weighed against the advantages of having additional space available for expansion. Once the company decides upon a half, quarter or full cabinet, then they may turn their attention to management of the deployment.

A server housed in a Dallas collocation facility can easily be managed remotely via a high-speed internet connection. This service does not incur any of the local loop charges normally associated with using a dedicated line to the prime server location. This method of server management proves especially useful for users that require a large amount of bandwidth and up-time, but have tight budget restrictions. To access a remote server, the user can simply connect through a piece of software like Terminal Server or VNC. This software allows access to the server through a console. From here the user can view or control the server remotely from any point around the world.

Collocation facilities in Dallas which offer “virtual hands