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I don't have any experience with colocation, but it's incredibly interesting to me. I actually love the idea of having my own hardware. I actually was searchi

I don't have any experience with colocation, but it's incredibly interesting to me. I actually love the idea of having my own hardware. I actually was searching for storage units that had network drops (couldn't find any). The noir lover in me gets off on the idea of a 5x5 storage unit with just a small 4U cabinet against the back wall. How does one get started with colocation?

lwhalen 12y ago
It's as simple as doing a search for 'data center near X'. Call up their sales office, and ask them how much per month for ping, power, and cooling. You may also be able to find VARs that lease out racks 1 or 2U at a time for cheap as well. Shop around, there's HUGE variance in pricing in this space. It also couldn't hurt to let the salesdroids know you're shopping for best price as well. I doubt there's a ton of wiggle room for a handful of U, but if you're talking a half rack or more they're generally willing to begrudgingly work with you on price.