RackNerd Bare Metal Dedicated Server Complete Guide
RackNerd Bare Metal Dedicated Server Complete Guide
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What Is a Bare Metal Dedicated Server?
A bare metal dedicated server is a hosting solution where you have an entire physical server to yourself. Unlike VPS, you don't share CPU, RAM, disk, or network resources with anyone. RackNerd offers a range of bare metal servers from entry-level Intel Xeon E3 to high-performance Dual Xeon E5, as well as large-capacity storage servers.
Key Features
- 100% Dedicated Hardware: The entire physical server is yours
- IPMI/KVM Remote Management: Full out-of-band management capability
- Full Root Access: Complete administrative control
- Multiple IPv4 Addresses: Each server includes 5-61 IP addresses
- Large Bandwidth Quota: 35TB-200TB monthly traffic
- 1Gbps Network Port: High-speed network connectivity
Plan Overview
Standard Dedicated Servers
| Plan | CPU | RAM | Storage | Bandwidth | IPv4 | Monthly Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E3-1230 v2 | Intel Xeon E3-1230 v2 4-core | 16GB | 480GB SSD | 35TB @ 1Gbps | 5 | $139/mo |
| E3-1270 v3 | Intel Xeon E3-1270 v3 4-core | 32GB | 2x1TB SSD | 35TB @ 1Gbps | 5 | $169/mo |
Dual Processor Servers
| Plan | CPU | RAM | Storage | Bandwidth | IPv4 | Monthly Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dual E5-2650 v2 64GB | Dual Xeon E5-2650 v2 12-core | 64GB | 1TB SSD | 100TB @ 1Gbps | 5 | $199/mo |
| Dual E5-2650 v2 128GB | Dual Xeon E5-2650 v2 12-core | 128GB | 1TB SSD + 3TB HDD | 50TB @ 1Gbps | 5 | $245/mo |
Virtualization Nodes
| Plan | CPU | RAM | Storage | Bandwidth | IPv4 | Monthly Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dual E5-2650 v2 256GB | Dual Xeon E5-2650 v2 12-core | 256GB | 4x2TB SSD | 100TB @ 1Gbps | 29 | $349/mo |
| Dual E5-2680 v4 256GB | Dual Xeon E5-2680 v4 28-core | 256GB | 4x2TB SSD | 100TB @ 1Gbps | 61 | $399/mo |
Storage Server
| Plan | CPU | RAM | Storage | Bandwidth | IPv4 | Monthly Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 160TB Storage | Dual Xeon E5-2640 v2 16-core | 64GB | 256GB SSD + 10x16TB HDD | 200TB @ 1Gbps | 5 | $479/mo |
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Use Cases
High-Traffic Websites & Applications
35TB-100TB bandwidth quota with dedicated 1Gbps port — ideal for high-traffic websites, video streaming, download sites, and more.
Virtualization Platforms
256GB RAM virtualization node plans come with 29-61 IPs, ready to build KVM/Proxmox virtualization platforms and create multiple VPS instances.
Large-Capacity Storage
160TB storage server with 10x16TB HDD — perfect for backup servers, NAS, file hosting, data archiving, and similar workloads.
Database Servers
Dedicated CPU and large RAM ensure stable database performance without noisy-neighbor interference.
How to Choose a Plan
- Entry-level dedicated server: E3-1230 v2 16GB for small to medium websites and apps
- High-performance single socket: E3-1270 v3 32GB for databases and medium-scale applications
- Multi-core dual socket: Dual E5-2650 v2 64GB/128GB for multi-tasking workloads
- Virtualization platform: Dual E5-2650 v2 256GB or Dual E5-2680 v4 256GB for building VPS platforms
- Large-capacity storage: 160TB Storage for backups and file hosting
Conclusion
RackNerd bare metal dedicated servers offer dedicated hardware solutions starting from $139/month, covering the full spectrum from entry-level to virtualization nodes to large-capacity storage. With IPMI/KVM remote management, multi-IP allocation, and massive bandwidth quotas, they are a reliable choice for enterprise-grade applications. Use promo code 15OFFDEDI for 15% off for life.