Dedicated Servers

What is a dedicated server?

A dedicated server is a server that has just your site(s) on it. It is optimised to your specific requirements to ensure it is fast, secure and reliable.

What support is included?

All our UK dedicated servers come with 24 / 7 support from our UK based team, you can contact them via our freephone 0800 number or via email or via live chat.

What software can I run on a dedicated server?

Pretty much whatever you want! The great thing about a dedicated server is that it is yours so that we can help you install whatever software and applications that you need.

Why should I need a dedicated server?

Our clients will typically choose a dedicated server for reliability, security, speed and flexibility.

Why choose a dedicated server with catalyst2?

We strive to build long-lasting relationships with our customers, and provide dedicated server hosting solutions that are as unique as the businesses we work with. Priding ourselves on our award-winning service, we’ll be with you every step of the way. We know just how important your website is, and we make it our duty to keep it running as it should.

By working closely together, we’ll ensure that your dedicated server hosting never lets you down. We’re specialists in website security, and our managed servers are protected with encryption and firewalls, which helps defend against any malicious attacks on sensitive data.

You’ll receive your very own dedicated account manager when you choose a dedicated server with us, who will be there to help and assist you every step of the way, not just at the beginning of your journey with us. If you need anything at all, you’ll be able to get directly in contact with someone who knows your business and is already aware of the requirements that need to be met.

While your site is hosted on a virtual dedicated server with catalyst2, it will be protected with Instant Failover.  We hate downtime just as much as you do, and with our network of secure secondary systems, we’ll ensure that this isn’t an issue with your dedicated server.

Have no fear about losing any of your data, either. Every day we’ll take a full backup of your website in the event that anything goes awry. Sometimes, changes can be made to your website that you need to undo. We’ve got you covered. With our managed hosting services, we can restore data with ease, should you ever need us to.

Getting your dedicated server hosting set up with us is a doddle and you don’t need to worry about it being a lengthy process to get your website moved over. We’ll map out the migration to ensure a super smooth transition and will keep you informed every step of the way.

Here at catalyst2, we’re experts in building bespoke hosting solutions. If your business is outgrowing its current hosting, or is taking hits from underperformance, we can step in and resolve this. We don’t gloss over anything, and lay strong foundations that can be built on, should your needs continue to change and develop.

We’re proud of our track record and our attention to detail. Your site will be monitored 24/7, and alerts will be sent directly to our engineers. If something needs to be dealt with, there won’t be any waiting around for someone to get back to you. Your website becomes as important to us as it is to you. When you decide to work with us, we’re sure that you’ll notice the difference in site performance.

If you’re looking for a hosting service that does more for you, and is passionate about great hosting, then feel free to give us a call during our opening hours. Our friendly team are always looking forward to hearing how we can help and will offer only the best advice.

What are virtual dedicated servers?

Virtual dedicated servers combine the flexibility of a virtual environment with the power of dedicated hosting. They are designed to provide businesses with greater reliability and control, including:

• Virtual dedicated servers running on resilient cloud infrastructure
• Virtual resources that deliver consistent CPU performance and isolated environments
• Dedicated hosting benefits without reliance on a single physical machine

This makes virtual dedicated servers an ideal option for scalable and reliable hosting.

What is the difference between a virtual private server and dedicated hosting?

Virtual private server solutions and dedicated hosting serve different infrastructure needs. The main differences include:

• A virtual private server operates within a shared cloud environment using allocated virtual resources
• Dedicated hosting provides exclusive access to physical hardware and CPU capacity
• Virtual servers offer greater flexibility while dedicated servers deliver fixed performance

Both options are available depending on budget performance and infrastructure requirements.

Are backups included with your VPS and dedicated servers?

Yes, backups are included as standard across our VPS and dedicated hosting services. Our backup approach includes:

• Cloud based offsite backups to protect critical data
• Regular backups available for rapid restoration
• Infrastructure designed to minimise data loss in any environment

This ensures your data remains protected and easily recoverable.

Are your VPS solutions fully managed?

Yes, our VPS services can be provided as fully managed solutions. Our fully managed service includes:

• Ongoing administration of your virtual environment
• Proactive monitoring of CPU usage applications and data
• Expert support to manage infrastructure and cloud resources

This allows you to focus on applications while we manage the platform.

Will you help me migrate my applications and data?

Yes, migration support is included with our virtual and dedicated services. Our migration process includes:

• Planning the migration of applications and data into the cloud
• Setting up a virtual private server or dedicated environment
• Testing applications to ensure they are available and stable

This ensures a smooth transition with minimal disruption.

Can you help speed up my VPS or virtual dedicated servers?

Yes, performance optimisation is a key part of our service. We improve performance by:

• Reviewing CPU allocation and available cores
• Optimising applications and server configuration
• Enhancing cloud infrastructure to improve responsiveness

This often results in measurable performance improvements.

What control panels are available?

We offer industry standard control panels to manage your server environment. Available options include:

• cPanel for Linux based virtual servers
• Plesk for Windows and Linux environments
• Tools that provide control over applications and administration

This gives you full visibility and control of your hosting.

What security and monitoring do you offer?

Security and monitoring are included as standard across all services. Our approach includes:

• Firewalling and continuous monitoring of cloud infrastructure
• Regular checks on CPU memory and data usage
• Proactive alerts to maintain a stable environment

This helps prevent issues before they impact applications.

Are your VPS solutions affordable?

Yes, our VPS and virtual private server solutions are designed to be affordable without compromising reliability. Affordability is achieved through:

• Efficient use of cloud infrastructure
• Flexible virtual resource allocation
• Pricing that scales with your environment

This makes our services suitable for businesses of all sizes.

Where is your infrastructure based?

Our infrastructure is entirely UK based. This includes:

• Cloud platforms located in secure UK data centres
• Dedicated and virtual servers hosted in compliant environments
• Low latency access for UK based applications

This supports performance, reliability and compliance.

How long does it take to get a VPS available?

Provisioning times vary based on requirements. Typically, this involves:

• Assessing your virtual server and CPU needs
• Preparing the cloud environment
• Making services available within agreed timescales

Most VPS solutions are available quickly once requirements are confirmed.