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Proxmox, Servers & Virtualisation

We plan, build and run server infrastructure that belongs to you. Virtualised, redundant and without dependence on a single cloud provider.

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Personal supportfrom Amriswil, with data in Switzerland

Sound familiar?

On-premises servers stay reachable even when the internet goes down, and costs are predictable. Where the cloud makes sense, we combine both.

Then we are the right partner.

  • Your servers are getting old.
  • A single hardware failure would bring the whole business to a halt.
  • You want to stay independent of cloud price increases.
  • New applications should be deployed quickly and cleanly.

What is included

  • Proxmox VE
  • Ceph
  • Windows Server
  • Ubuntu
  • Docker
  • HP Partner
  • Dell Partner
  • Lenovo Partner
  • Intel Partner
  • Synology Partner
  • Microsoft Partner
  • Virtualisation

    Several servers on shared hardware, cleanly separated and movable during operation.

  • High availability

    Clusters with distributed storage: if one server fails, the others take over automatically.

  • Windows and Linux servers

    Active Directory, file servers, databases and web services, set up and maintained.

  • Containers

    Modern applications run lightweight in Docker, update quickly and are easy to back up.

Proxmox support for SMEs

Proxmox VE is an open virtualisation platform without per-core licence fees. We deploy it for SMEs, set it up properly and look after it day to day.

  • Setup

    Single server or cluster from three nodes, with distributed storage via Ceph or ZFS replication.

  • Operations

    Host updates, monitoring of storage, replication and cluster health, alerts when something looks wrong.

  • Backup

    Backup of all virtual machines with Proxmox Backup Server, with an off-site copy in Switzerland.

  • Licensing

    We advise on the right Proxmox subscription and keep track of renewals.

Migrating from VMware to Proxmox

Since the Broadcom takeover, VMware licences have become much more expensive for many SMEs. Moving to Proxmox can be planned and done without a long outage.

Duration: for a typical SME with a few servers, expect a few days of work spread over evenings or a weekend. Downtime per server is usually between a few minutes and a few hours.

In detail: Proxmox instead of VMware
  1. 1

    Assessment

    We record virtual machines, storage, networks and dependencies and check whether the hardware can be reused.

  2. 2

    Test migration

    A non-critical server moves first so we can validate drivers, performance and backup.

  3. 3

    Move

    The remaining machines follow using the Proxmox import wizard, outside your working hours. The old platform stays available as a fallback.

  4. 4

    Completion

    Backup and monitoring are set up and the new platform documented. VMware is removed only once everything runs.

How we work

Clear, predictable and without jargon. At every step you know what is happening and what it costs.

  1. 1

    Planning

    We size the solution to your requirements and budget.

  2. 2

    Build

    Hardware, virtualisation and storage are set up and tested.

  3. 3

    Migration

    Existing servers are moved on schedule, with a fallback option.

  4. 4

    Operation

    We continuously monitor, update and back up the infrastructure.

Frequently asked questions

Your question is not listed? Ask us directly.

Buy or rent?

Both are possible. We calculate the options over five years so you can compare.

Can you take over our existing servers?

Yes. We start with an inventory and document everything before changing anything.

What does Proxmox cost?

Proxmox VE itself is free. For production systems we recommend a subscription with the stable update channel and vendor support. It is priced per CPU socket and is usually far cheaper than VMware.

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