OVHcloud Dedicated Servers

OVHcloud Dedicated Servers deliver enterprise bare metal infrastructure with full hardware control, anti-DDoS protection, and guaranteed resources across 33 global data centers. As Europe's largest hosting provider, OVHcloud offers dedicated servers from entry-level configurations to powerful enterprise systems with latest-generation Intel/AMD processors, NVMe SSD storage, up to 1 Gbps bandwidth, and industry-leading anti-DDoS protection. With GDPR-compliant European data centers, transparent pricing, and no setup fees, OVHcloud Dedicated Servers provide bare metal performance trusted by enterprises worldwide.

What distinguishes OVHcloud Dedicated Servers is the combination of enterprise hardware and competitive European pricing. All servers include 100% dedicated resources, anti-DDoS protection up to 15 Tbps, choice of Linux or Windows, and vRack private networking. With servers ranging from €59/month to enterprise configurations, OVHcloud provides bare metal infrastructure for demanding applications requiring maximum performance and data sovereignty.

Dedicated Server Categories

OVHcloud offers multiple dedicated server lines for different requirements:

Advance Line (€64.99/month - Entry Level):

• Intel Xeon E-2136 - 6 cores / 12 threads @ 3.3 GHz
• 32GB DDR4 ECC RAM - Enterprise memory
• 2x 512GB NVMe SSD - RAID configuration
• 1 Gbps bandwidth - Unmetered traffic
• Anti-DDoS protection - Included standard
• Public and private networking - vRack ready

Rise Line (€109.99/month - Performance):

• Intel Xeon Gold/AMD EPYC - Up to 32 cores
• 64GB-128GB ECC RAM - High-performance memory
• NVMe SSD storage - Enterprise-grade drives
• 1 Gbps bandwidth - Unlimited traffic
• Enhanced anti-DDoS - Multi-layer protection

Scale Line (€299.99/month - High-Performance):

• Dual Intel Xeon/AMD EPYC - Up to 64+ cores
• 256GB-512GB ECC RAM - Massive memory capacity
• Multiple NVMe drives - Flexible RAID configs
• 3 Gbps bandwidth - Enterprise networking
• Premium anti-DDoS - Advanced protection

High Grade Line (Custom Pricing - Enterprise):

• Latest-gen processors - Intel Sapphire Rapids, AMD Genoa
• 512GB-1TB+ RAM - Extreme memory configurations
• NVMe U.2 drives - Maximum I/O performance
• 10 Gbps bandwidth - Ultra-fast networking
• Enterprise SLA - 99.99% availability guarantee

All servers include anti-DDoS protection, no setup fees, and monthly billing with no commitment. Windows Server licensing available from €14.99/month. Prices vary by data center location.

Hardware and Performance

OVHcloud Dedicated Servers feature enterprise-grade components:

Processing power: Latest generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors (Ice Lake, Sapphire Rapids) and AMD EPYC processors provide maximum single-threaded and multi-threaded performance. Configurations range from 6-core entry servers to dual-socket systems with 128+ cores. All processors include ECC support for data integrity.

Memory and storage:

• DDR4 ECC RAM - Enterprise memory with error correction
• 32GB to 1TB+ capacity - Configurations for any workload
• NVMe SSD storage - Ultra-fast PCIe 4.0/5.0 drives
• RAID options - Hardware RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10
• Hot-swap drives - Replace drives without downtime

Network infrastructure: All dedicated servers connect to OVHcloud's 20 Tbps global network with guaranteed bandwidth. Private networking via vRack creates isolated networks between servers across data centers. Multiple public IP addresses available. IPv4 and IPv6 dual-stack support standard. Bandwidth truly unmetered—no traffic caps or overage charges.

Anti-DDoS Protection

OVHcloud's industry-leading DDoS protection included free on all dedicated servers:

Multi-layer protection: OVHcloud's VAC (Vacuum) anti-DDoS system, developed in-house over 15 years, provides automatic protection against attacks up to 15 Tbps. Protection operates at network edge before traffic reaches servers, filtering malicious packets while allowing legitimate traffic through. No configuration required—protection activates automatically.

Attack mitigation: Real-time detection identifies attack patterns within seconds. Mitigation rules deployed automatically across OVHcloud's global network. Protection effective against volumetric attacks (UDP/ICMP floods), protocol attacks (SYN floods), and application-layer attacks. Detailed attack statistics available through control panel.

Game and Edge protection: Specialized Game DDoS protection available for gaming servers, providing ultra-low latency mitigation. Edge Network Firewall adds customizable layer-7 protection. Advanced rules enable fine-tuned traffic filtering without impacting performance.

Data Center Network

Deploy servers across 33 global locations:

Europe: France (Gravelines, Roubaix, Strasbourg, Paris), Germany (Frankfurt, Limburg), UK (London), Poland (Warsaw), Italy (Milan), Spain (Madrid), Netherlands, Finland. All European facilities comply with GDPR requirements and provide strict data sovereignty.

Americas: United States (Vint Hill Virginia, Hillsboro Oregon), Canada (Beauharnois, Toronto). North American presence ensures low latency for US and Canadian users.

Asia-Pacific: Singapore, Australia (Sydney), India (Mumbai), Japan (Tokyo). Strategic Asian locations optimize performance for growing regional markets.

All data centers feature N+1 redundant power and cooling, 99.99% network availability SLA, and 24/7 on-site technical teams. Physical security includes biometric access controls, video surveillance, and security personnel.

Operating Systems and Management

Full control over server operating system and configuration:

Linux distributions: Ubuntu Server LTS, Debian, CentOS Stream, AlmaLinux, Rocky Linux, Fedora Server, openSUSE, Arch Linux. Pre-configured distributions available for instant deployment. Bring your own ISO supported for custom installations.

Windows Server: Windows Server 2019, 2022 Standard and Datacenter editions available with licensing from €14.99/month. Full Remote Desktop access and Windows administration tools included. SQL Server and Exchange licensing available.

Virtualization platforms: VMware vSphere ESXi, Proxmox VE, Microsoft Hyper-V supported. Create virtual machine infrastructure on bare metal hardware. Perfect for private cloud deployments or hosting provider services.

Control panels: cPanel WHM, Plesk Web Admin, DirectAdmin available as optional add-ons with separate licensing. Full root access enables installation of any management interface. OVHcloud control panel provides server monitoring, KVM over IP access, and OS reinstallation.

Private Networking and Security

Enterprise security features protect server infrastructure:

vRack private network: OVHcloud's vRack technology creates isolated layer-2 networks between servers across data centers. Connect dedicated servers, VPS, and public cloud instances securely without internet exposure. Perfect for multi-tier applications, database replication, or backup infrastructure. VLANs enable network segmentation.

IPMI and KVM: Remote management via IPMI provides out-of-band access independent of operating system. KVM over IP enables remote console access for OS installation, troubleshooting, or BIOS configuration. Full control even if network or OS fails.

Security features: Hardware firewalls available for additional protection. Multiple public IP addresses enable service separation. Custom reverse DNS configuration. Private MAC addresses for network interfaces. Scheduled reboots and automated tasks through control panel.

Backup and Redundancy

Protect critical data with flexible backup solutions:

Backup Storage: OVHcloud's Backup Storage provides 500GB-10TB+ of FTP/SFTP-accessible backup space. Located in separate data centers from primary servers for disaster recovery. Automated backup scripts supported through cron jobs or backup software.

RAID configurations: Hardware RAID controllers enable disk redundancy. RAID 1 mirrors data across drives for protection. RAID 5/6 provides redundancy with efficient storage use. RAID 10 combines mirroring and striping for performance and protection. Hot-swap drives enable replacement without downtime.

Additional IPs and failover: Order additional IP addresses for service redundancy. Failover IPs move between servers automatically during failures. Perfect for high-availability configurations and disaster recovery scenarios.

Server Management Options

OVHcloud dedicated servers are primarily unmanaged with optional services:

Unmanaged (standard): Full root access provides complete control. OVHcloud maintains hardware, network, and anti-DDoS infrastructure. Operating system installation, updates, and security handled by customer. Ideal for experienced administrators or managed service providers.

Optional managed services: cPanel Admin licenses add server management capabilities. Plesk 360 Monitoring tracks server health. OVHcloud provides hardware replacement and network maintenance. Advanced Monitoring detects issues proactively.

Professional Services: OVHcloud Professional Services available for migration assistance, infrastructure design, performance tuning, or custom deployments. Pay-as-you-go consulting helps with complex projects or skill gaps.

API and Automation

Comprehensive automation capabilities for infrastructure management:

OVHcloud API: RESTful API enables complete programmatic control of dedicated servers, network configuration, and services. Deploy servers, configure networking, manage DNS, and monitor infrastructure through API calls. Perfect for infrastructure-as-code deployments.

Terraform provider: Official Terraform provider simplifies infrastructure automation. Define server configurations as code with version control and automated deployments. Integrate with CI/CD pipelines for DevOps workflows.

Automation tools: Ansible, Puppet, Chef, and SaltStack supported for configuration management. Kickstart/Preseed enable automated OS installations. Cloud-init configurations customize server deployments automatically.

Support and SLA

OVHcloud provides infrastructure support with multiple service levels:

Standard support: Help center with comprehensive documentation, tutorials, and community forums available 24/7. Ticket-based support responds to hardware, network, and infrastructure issues. OVHcloud maintains hardware and replaces failed components.

Premium support: Advanced support packages provide faster response times, phone support, and dedicated account managers. Proactive monitoring alerts to potential issues. Technical assistance beyond standard hardware/network support.

SLA guarantees: 99.99% network availability guaranteed across infrastructure. Hardware replacement commitments ensure rapid component swaps. Monthly compensation provided for SLA breaches. Transparent status page shows real-time infrastructure health.

Pricing and Billing

Transparent pricing with no hidden costs:

Monthly billing: Fixed monthly pricing provides predictable infrastructure costs. No setup fees on most server lines. Bandwidth included with no overage charges. Anti-DDoS protection included at no extra cost.

Additional costs: Windows Server licensing from €14.99/month. Control panels (cPanel/Plesk) require separate licenses. Additional IP addresses available. Backup storage optional. Premium support packages priced separately.

No commitment: Month-to-month billing requires no long-term contracts. Cancel anytime with notice. Scale infrastructure up or down as requirements change. Perfect for dynamic businesses or seasonal workloads.

Ideal For

• High-traffic websites - Dedicated resources for consistent performance
• Database servers - Maximum I/O with NVMe SSDs
• Game servers - Low latency with specialized DDoS protection
• Private cloud - Virtualization platforms on bare metal
• Hosting providers - Resell resources with vRack networking
• European businesses - GDPR compliance with data sovereignty
• Enterprise applications - Mission-critical workloads requiring SLA

OVHcloud Dedicated Servers combine European infrastructure leadership with competitive pricing and enterprise features. With bare metal performance, anti-DDoS protection, vRack private networking, and global data centers, they're ideal for businesses requiring guaranteed resources, data sovereignty, and maximum control.