Self-managed Dedicated SERVER

Q: What’s the demarcation point for self-managed servers?

Unlike managed dedicated hosting , support is strictly limited to the hardware and network layers with an unmanaged server. We maintain the health of the physical server, as well as the power and uplink to your port. Once the power is on and the network is routing to your IP, the administrative layer is entirely under your control. Chat with an expert

Full control of your server so you can build without limits

Self-managed dedicated hardware designed for flexibility, speed, and total ownership

High-performance infrastructure for those who have the skills to manage the stack and just want the best hardware to run it on.
Liquid Web by Nexcess provides the raw power of dedicated hardware without making you pay for management layers you’d rather handle yourself.

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Intel E-2134

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Self-managed or fully managed

4 @ 3.5 GHz

16 GB memory

2×480 GB SSD RAID-1

10 TB bandwidth

No virtualization layer

DDoS protection

Interworx, cPanel, Plesk available

Remote management tools

Advanced security

Dedicated gigabit uplinks

Root access

Dedicated IP address

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Managed vs self-managed at Liquid Web

Managed dedicated servers include proactive monitoring, OS updates, and 24/7 expert support to handle the technical administration for you.

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Why choose Liquid Web?

When you need more than the public cloud, a solid foundation makes all the difference. Self-managed dedicated hosting is for teams with the know-how to run their own servers and the need to handle growth, compliance, and high traffic—without compromise. You get dedicated hardware, a fast and redundant 10Gbps network, and proactive power monitoring. You focus on building; we keep the infrastructure strong.

Your applications run on single-tenant hardware, fully isolated for steady performance. No virtualization means your resources are always ready for your busiest days.

Every server connects to a fast, redundant 10 Gbps network, so your sites stay quick and responsive—even when traffic surges. With self-managed hosting, you have the keys to your server. We handle the hardware and network around the clock, while you stay in full control of your software.

Security starts at the network. Every server comes with real-time DDoS protection, keeping your business safe from outside threats. You handle your internal security, while we help keep the perimeter strong.

Zero

hours of downtime since switching to Liquid Web

Liquid Web’s uptime is unparalleled, ensuring our clients’ websites are always accessible and running smoothly.”

Shane Pearlman

CEO, Modern Tribe

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Self-managed dedicated servers FAQ

Self-managed dedicated server hosting is an excellent choice for businesses and individuals who have in-house technical expertise and need high performance, reliability, and total customization. This hosting option ensures that your online presence is robust and capable of handling your specific needs without the added cost of bundled management services.

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Self-managed and unmanaged dedicated servers are two names for the same product. Whether it’s called self-managed or unmanaged dedicated hosting, it means that the hosting provider is only responsible for the base-level infrastructure and network. Everything beyond the infrastructure layer is your responsibility.

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Unlike managed dedicated hosting, support is strictly limited to the hardware and network layers with an unmanaged server. We maintain the health of the physical server, as well as the power and uplink to your port. Once the power is on and the network is routing to your IP, the administrative layer is entirely under your control.

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Yes. With a self-managed server, you have absolute control over the entire software stack. You’re free to define your own partition layouts and compile custom kernels tailored to your requirements. It’s a clean slate.

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