No. 1U is a completely viable colocation deployment. The challenge is that many large data centers prefer larger commitments. We specifically maintain relationships with providers that want 1U-8U deployments and price them without minimum-size surcharges.

2U typically runs 20-40% above 1U in the same facility, even if power draw is similar, because space is the billing unit. Some buyers book 2U for a 1U server intentionally, for cabling room or a small UPS buffer alongside the server.

A 1A circuit at 120V has 120W of rated capacity. After NEC 80% derating for continuous loads, you have 96W of usable continuous power. That’s tight for most modern servers. Most 1U deployments need 2-5A at 120V or 1-2A at 208V. Always quote your server’s peak wattage, not its typical draw, and ask what the usable amps are after NEC derating.

Yes, but read the terms. ‘Unmetered 1Gbps’ at many smaller facilities means fair-use at 300-500Mbps with no hard cap. True dedicated unmetered 1Gbps (sustained, no burst limits) is more expensive and less common at 1U-8U pricing. If you need consistent high-speed throughput, say so upfront and we’ll filter accordingly.

Yes. All colocation is BYO hardware. The data center provides the rack space, power, cooling, and network port. You own and manage the server. If you need help sourcing hardware, ask us separately — it’s outside our core matching service but we can point you in the right direction.

Often yes, at Tier III facilities that support it for any cabinet size. It requires that your server has dual power supply units (one PSU plugged into the A PDU, one into the B PDU). Not all 1U servers have dual PSUs — check your specific model. Tell us if A/B is a requirement and we’ll filter for facilities that deliver independent A and B feeds to the cabinet, not just two outlets from the same panel.

Basic remote hands (server reboot, visual check, LED status report) is typically included in the base price at most facilities. Advanced work — cable replacement, drive swap, part installation, KVM session — is billed separately, usually $2-$4 per minute or a flat hourly rate. Get the rate card before you commit, not after you have your first emergency.

A quarter rack (10-12U) is the next step up from 8U. The per-U cost often drops at 12U compared to 8U — some facilities price 8U at a higher per-U rate because it’s an awkward size for them. If you’re regularly filling 8U or expect to add servers within 12 months, getting a 12U quote alongside your 8U quote often makes sense. We’ll flag this when the pricing difference is worth considering.

No. Our service is free to buyers regardless of size. Providers pay us the same referral fee they’d pay an in-house salesperson. We don’t deprioritize 1U deployments — they’re a core part of our volume and a common first step before organizations grow to quarter racks or full cabinets.