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Aptum Hosting Servers

Series 6.0 servers

Managed Hosting is a part of our robust Managed Infrastructure solutions.

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Choose from four standard server models

Essential Series 6.0, Advanced Series 6.0, Pro Series 6.0, and Storage Series 6.0 — or collaborate with us to create bespoke configurations, such as servers equipped with GPUs, higher processor counts, and more. We take responsibility for monitoring and hardware replacement on supported systems, ensuring that your infrastructure remains available and remotely manageable while securely hosted within our data centers.

Use cases

Your Series 6.0 servers in action.

Essential Series 6.0
Advanced Series 6.0
Pro Series 6.0
Storage Series 6.0

Essential Series 6.0

Small Businesses and Startups

Ideal for companies that require basic hosting solutions for websites, email servers, or entry-level applications.

Development and Testing Environments

For developers needing a cost-effective platform for testing and development before production deployment.

Cost-Sensitive Applications

Perfect for workloads that don't require high availability or advanced features, keeping operational costs low.

Technical specification

Performance Characteristics

Essential Series 6.0
Advanced Series 6.0
Pro Series 6.0
Storage Series 6.0

Essential Series 6.0 specifications

Category Included / Default Specifications
Chassis Dell R260
CPUs 1 x Intel Xeon E-2468 (8 Cores / 16 Threads at 2.6 GHz)
Memory 16 GB DDR5 RAM (1 x 16 GB)
Storage 2 x 480GB SATA SSD 2.5" Drives (RAID 1)
RAID Controller PERC H355 Adapter
Network Card Broadcom 5720 Dual Port 1GbE LOM
Power Supply Single Power Supply (See Additional Considerations)
Included Bandwidth 2 TB Monthly Transfer

 

Upgrades Capabilities
Max CPU Quantity Single CPU Only - No Upgrade CPUs
Max Memory
  • 16, 32, 64, and 128 GB RAM Available
  • Quantity 4 DDR5 DIMM slots available
Max Disk Quantity
  • 2 x 3.5 inch SAS/SATA
  • Various combinations of 2 Drives in RAID 0, 1 can be added.
  • Two 2.5” or 3.5” drives can be installed in system.
PCI-Express Card Options
  • 1 Available PCI Express Slot (Supports Additional Network Additions)
  • Supports adding options for Single and Dual Port 10Gbit, 1Gbit, and other network interface adapter additions.
Additional Considerations
  • Power Supply – The Essential Series 6.0 has a single PSU. For redundancy and uptime protection, consider the Advanced Series 6.0.
  • Processor – No CPU upgrades are available. If more power is needed, the Advanced Series 6.0 is recommended.
  • iDRAC Management – Includes one management interface used by Aptum. Customer access is possible but may limit Aptum’s support.


Operating System compatibility

Broad OS compatibility for maximum performance.

Aptum supports a wide range of operating systems to ensure flexibility and performance on our hardware platforms.

Linux

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

AlmaLinux

Rocky Linux


Debian


Ubuntu


Windows Server

Most recent Microsoft Windows Server editions

Virtualization

VMware

Proxmox

ACS


OS compatibility details

Operating System Essential Series 6.0 Advanced Series 6.0 Pro Series 6.0 Storage Series 6.0
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
RHEL 8
RHEL 9
Alma Linux
Alma Linux 8
Alma Linux 9
Rocky Linux
Rocky Linux 8
Rocky Linux 9
Debian
Debian 11
Debian 12
Ubuntu
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
VMware ESXi
ESXi 7.x
ESXi 8.x
Microsoft Windows Server (Standard and Data Center Editions)
Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2022
Windows Server 2025 Coming Soon Coming Soon Coming Soon Coming Soon


Notes on unsupported operating systems:

  • RHEL 7: Reached End-of-Life on June 30, 2024, and is not supported.
  • Debian 10: Reached End-of-Life on June 30, 2024, and is not supported.
  • Debian 11: Not supported on the Pro Series 6.0 due to incompatible RAID controller drivers. Debian 12 must be used instead
  • Ubuntu 20.04 LTS: Will reach End-of-Life in April 2025 and is not supported.
  • VMware ESXi: Not supported by Aptum on our Essential Series 6.0 Servers. The Advanced Series 6.0 and above are more suitable for this hypervisor.
  • Windows Server 2016: Reached the end of mainstream support on June 11, 2022, and is not supported by Aptum. The hardware platform also does not support Windows Server editions below 2019.
Supported drives

Flexible drive configurations for your needs.

Our server configurations offer flexibility in drive size and quantity to match your application needs. Drive compatibility depends on the server model and supports 2.5” and 3.5” form factors.

Our team is available to help you select the right drive configuration for your needs.

SSD Drives (2.5”)

Available in capacities from 480GB to 7.8TB, compatible with all server models.


NVMe Drives (2.5” U.2)

Available on our Pro Series 6.0 servers.


SATA Drives (3.5”)

Ideal for large data volumes, available in 2TB to 12TB capacities.


Supported drives details

Drive Specifications Essential Series 6.0 Advanced Series 6.0 Pro Series 6.0 Storage Series 6.0
SSD Drives
480 GB SATA 2.5” SSD
960 GB SATA 2.5in SSD
1.92 TB SATA 2.5in SSD
3.84 TB SATA 2.5in SSD
7.6 TB Micron 9400 SSD
NVMe Drives
960 GB NVMe u.2 2.5in
3.84 TB NVMe u.2 2.5in
6.4 TB NVMe u.2 2.5in
15.36 TB NVMe u.2 2.5in
SATA Drives
2TB 7.2K SATA 3.5in HDD
4TB 7.2K SATA 3.5in HDD
8TB 7.2K SATA 3.5in HDD
12TB 7.2K SATA 3.5in HDD
Add-ons

Add-on compatibility for Series 6.0 servers:

Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Services

  • Managed Backups
    Daily or weekly backups should be added to any server, which provides various retention policies to meet your requirements.
  • Managed Load Balancing
    Aptum's Managed load-balancing service directs traffic across your servers for various web-based applications and use cases.
  • DRaaS Solutions (Disaster Recovery as a Service)
    Available in many configurations. Consult with Aptum to help design a solution that fits your needs.

Security Services

  • Managed Firewall
    Aptum Managed Firewalls should be added to any server solution offered by Aptum.
  • Network DDoS Protection
    Protects against volumetric attacks at Layer 2/3 of the network. This helps protect from some of the most common DDoS attacks. Additional Layer 7 DDoS protection is available via our Managed WAF product.
  • Managed WAF (Web Application Firewall)
    Ideal for protecting our customers' websites from various threats, this service provides a highly configurable and powerful solution. Our Managed WAF also helps protect against certain types of Layer 7 DDoS attacks.
  • Managed Detection and Response (MDR)
    Provides continuous monitoring and advanced threat detection across your IT environment. Aptum's MDR services quickly identify, investigate, and respond to cybersecurity incidents to protect your business from evolving threats.

System and Software Upgrades

  • SAN Storage
    Our iSCSI-connected SAN is available in HDD Basic Performance, SSD Standard Performance, and SSD Performance tiers to fit various cost/performance requirements.
  • Microsoft SQL Server
    We offer Microsoft SQL Server Database licensing for Web, Standard, and Enterprise editions that can be added to any server.

Network Services

  • Additional Network Connections
    Additional network connections for 1 Gbit, 10 Gbit, or faster can be added to any server.
  • Additional Bandwidth Blocks
    Do you need additional transfer per month for your server above our included bandwidth? Available bandwidth blocks help cover your usage while costing less than overage fees.
  • Cloud Connectivity Services
    Secure and high-speed connections to public cloud providers like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Aptum facilitates hybrid cloud architectures by enabling seamless integration between on-premises and cloud environments.

Managed Services

  • DBA Services
    Administration and optimization of databases such as MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, or Oracle. Aptum ensures high availability and performance of database systems through expert consultation and support.
  • Professional Services and Consulting
    Expert guidance on infrastructure planning, migration, and optimization. Aptum assists in designing and implementing complex IT solutions tailored to your business needs.
  • Augmented Support
    Provides enhanced support services beyond the standard package. Aptum's On-demand Support includes monitoring, advanced troubleshooting, and personalized assistance to ensure your infrastructure operates at peak performance.
  • Managed Cloud Platform (MCP) Support
    Offers comprehensive management of your cloud environment. Aptum's MCP support provides services such as infrastructure provisioning, monitoring, patch management, and optimization, allowing you to focus on your core business while we manage your cloud operations.
  • Compliance and Regulatory Support
    Aptum can help you with achieving your compliance standards like PCI DSS, HIPAA, or GDPR. Our team can consult with you, and identify where we can host your services, additional products, and solutions to help you meet your compliance and regulatory requirements.

Compliance Certifications and Standards

Our carrier-neutral data centers across North America and Europe are designed to safeguard your environment. Equipped with multi-layered physical security, 24/7/365 monitoring, and video surveillance, we aim to deliver maximum uptime and connectivity.

All our Data Center Operations are ISO 27001 certified, and our Managed Infrastructure services are audited against the SOC 2 Type II framework. Additionally, many of our locations also hold a PCI DSS certification, helping your business meet compliance requirements.

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