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By: JP Chua on January 13th, 2022

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How much does a server cost? [Video]

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Server cost

Have you ever experienced sticker shock when shopping for a server? In this video, you'll learn what factors determine the cost of a server and which server suits your business best.

In this video, we’ll go over: 

1. What determines the cost of a server? 0:31 

2. What are the components of a server? 0:45 

  • Form factor 0:58 
  • Processor 1:13 
  • RAM 1:30 
  • Storage 1:41 
  • Power supplies 1:55 
  • BONUS: Server Warranty 2:03 

3. What kinds of servers are out there? 2:19 

  • File storage 2:34 
  • Multiple virtual machines 2:55 
  • Remote desktop server 3:17 
  • BONUS: Server dedicated for a line of business application 3:38 

4. What factors determine future expenses? 4:00 

Want to learn more about servers? Watch our video where we go over when you should replace your server. In the video, we break down how important your server is to your business, how often you should replace it, and what to do when you can’t replace it right away. 

If you’re still unsure about which server fits your business and your budget, reach out to one of our experts by calling us at 855-848-1988 and we’ll be more than happy to help you. 

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