Half Rack Colocation

Secure 20U Rack Space with Power, Fibre and UK-based Support.

Our Half Rack Colocation gives you 20U of private, lockable space in a certified UK Data Centre with dual power, fast fibre, and 24/7 on-site support.

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Just Some of Our Features

100% Uptime SLA

Renewable Energy & Low PUE

ISO 27001 Certified + GDPR Compliant

A+B Power Feeds & DDoS Protection

Remote Hands + On-Site Engineers

Trusted by UK Businesses for 20+ Years

Excellent 4.9

Benefits of Half Rack Colocation

Colocate multiple servers securely and affordably. Get more flexibility, better uptime, and the support you need to scale with confidence.

Space to Scale

Get 20U of rack space for multiple servers, ideal for growing businesses that need more room than single or quarter rack setups.

Stay Online Always

Built-in power redundancy means your servers keep running during power cuts, grid issues or scheduled maintenance events.

UK Data Location

Host your systems in a certified UK facility with local access, low latency and trusted on-site engineering support.

Cost-Efficient Hosting

Colocation gives you control without overspending. Ideal for stable workloads that don’t suit unpredictable cloud billing models.

Compliance Made Simple

Meet GDPR, ISO 27001 and security audit requirements without complex internal processes or additional investment.

Remote Help 24/7

Our on-site engineers are available day and night to handle reboots, cable checks or physical server tasks when needed.

Colocation

100% network uptime guarantee

Redundant power and cooling

24/7 UK-based support

100% renewable energy

Robust DDoS protection

GDPR and ISO 27001 compliant

Every server is tailored to your needs. Talk to us about building the right solution for your business.

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What Our Customers Say

I have a dedicated server at CWCS and host several websites for my clients as well as my business. If...

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Leave it to these guys they are excellent, I have no hesitation in recommending them If you are looking for...

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Best of all, they offer the fastest response times of any of the providers we work with - remote hands...

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I have been a customer of CWCS for 8 years and would highly recommend them. We have a number of...

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I've been with CWCS directly for 10 years at least. I think we've been through at least three major server...

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I moved my website hosting to CWCS about 10 years ago and have never looked back. I am now using...

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What’s Included with Half Rack Colocation

More space, more control and rock-solid infrastructure designed for teams that need a secure, scalable hosting environment.

Dedicated 20U Space

Your own lockable half rack with enough room for multiple servers, switches and storage. You get privacy, security and room to grow.

Resilient Power Setup

Dual power feeds, UPS and generator backup keep your equipment running through outages, maintenance or grid instability.

High-Speed Uplinks

Connect using fibre from Openreach and Tier 1 carriers for low-latency bandwidth with built-in failover for stability.

Certified UK Data Centre

Colocate in a UK facility that is ISO 27001 certified and GDPR compliant with monitored access and secure on-site conditions.

Low Impact, Green Power

We use 100% renewable energy with efficient cooling systems to minimise environmental impact and reduce running costs.

Hands-On Help 24/7

Our engineers are available any time for tasks like reboots, cable checks or hardware support so you can stay focused.

Experience the CWCS Data Centre Advantage

Our state-of-the-art facility offers unparalleled reliability, security, and scalability for your critical IT infrastructure. Learn more about our data centre features and see why businesses trust CWCS.

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Strategically Located Data Centres

Our Data Centres are strategically located in Nottingham, Manchester, and London, ensuring optimal connectivity and accessibility for your business. Each facility offers high-bandwidth connectivity, redundant power, and robust security to guarantee the performance and reliability of your IT infrastructure.

Take a look at our Data Centres near you

Nottingham

Manchester

London

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Why Choose CWCS for Half Rack Hosting

We support your infrastructure growth with responsive help, transparent service and the flexibility to scale when you need it.

Support That Responds

Our UK engineers are available 24 hours a day with real answers and fast action. No ticket delays or third-party call centres.

Room to Expand

Start with half a rack and upgrade when ready. Add more space, power or connectivity without disrupting your existing setup.

Speak to People

You get direct access to our technical team. Whether it’s a quick task or planned change, we are here to help.

Security You Can Trust

Our UK Data Centre is ISO 27001 certified and GDPR compliant, with 24/7 CCTV, secure entry and professionally managed rack space.

No Hidden Charges

Our pricing is clear, consistent and easy to plan around. No unexpected bills or confusing contract conditions later on.

Trusted by Professionals

Used by SaaS firms, MSPs and regulated businesses who need infrastructure that is reliable, secure and ready for scale.

Ready to overcome your IT challenges?

Get in touch with us today to discuss your Colocation needs and discover how CWCS can help you achieve your business goals.

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Who Uses Colocation?

These industries choose CWCS for reliable, secure and scalable server hosting. All without the cost or stress of in-house infrastructure.

IT Services & MSPs

On-prem hosting causes reliability issues and time drains. CWCS keeps servers running so your team can focus on client support.

What we solve:

Clients expect 24/7 uptime, but in-house racks often fail
Shared office hosting lacks proper power or cooling
High support volumes caused by unstable infrastructure
Complex scaling for multi-client hardware environments

CWCS colocation for IT service providers managing client uptime and infrastructure from shared environments

Software & SaaS Providers

Cloud costs rise and performance suffers at scale. Colocation offers predictable speed, cost, and freedom to customise your setup.

What we solve:

Public cloud bills increase sharply with 24/7 workloads
Shared environments cause performance dips during peak times
Limited server configuration options with most cloud platforms
Data location concerns with overseas cloud storage

Software developer viewing source code on screen to manage SaaS workloads hosted on colocation infrastructure

Healthcare & Private Clinics

Your systems must stay secure and always available. Our UK facility supports compliance while keeping patient data safe and accessible.

What we solve:

Patient data needs strict GDPR-compliant storage
Practice apps must stay online without internal IT strain
Local server hosting risks data exposure

No in-house infrastructure for secure backup

Private healthcare team supported by secure CWCS colocation for GDPR compliant patient data hosting

Education & Training Providers

LMS platforms can’t afford downtime or data loss. We deliver fast, secure hosting built for growing student systems.

What we solve:

High traffic crashes student systems during peak periods
Budget limits prevent full in-house server builds
Admin teams struggle with server issues or outages

Education staff and students using hosted learning systems powered by CWCS quarter rack colocation

Telecoms & Communications

Power loss and network lag disrupt real-time tools. With dual power and fast fibre, your comms servers stay live and responsive.

What we solve:

VOIP systems suffer from power cuts or poor connectivity
Relays and switches need physical access for restarts and patchin
Public cloud adds latency to real-time communication tools

VOIP and telecom systems supported by CWCS colocation for low latency and network resilience

Green Hosting You Can Trust

We power your websites and servers with renewable energy and planet-friendly technology. Choosing CWCS means making a greener choice for your business.

Powered by 100% Green Energy

Everything we host runs on electricity from renewable sources like wind and solar. It is better for the planet and your business.

Less Waste, Lower Impact

Our Data Centre is built to use less power. This reduces carbon emissions and makes your hosting more sustainable.

Planet-Friendly Protection

We use a clean fire safety system that protects your data without releasing harmful chemicals into the environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here’s what growing businesses and infrastructure leads often ask when choosing our half rack hosting solution.

What is Half Rack Colocation?

It gives you 20U of private, lockable rack space in our secure UK Data Centre with power, cooling and connectivity provided.

How many servers fit in a Half Rack?

Most customers fit between 4 and 10 servers, depending on height (U), configuration and how much space switches or storage require.

Can I access the Rack any time?

Yes. You can request access 24/7. We also offer remote hands support for reboots, cable checks and basic hardware tasks.

Is it a shared cabinet?

Yes, but your 20U is fully enclosed, locked and separated from other customers within the same cabinet for privacy and security.

How much power is included?

Each setup is quoted based on your equipment needs. We support high-density workloads with scalable power and dual feeds.

What if something goes wrong?

Our engineers are on-site 24/7 to assist with basic hardware checks, restarts or patch panel work. We’ll contact you if needed.

Can I upgrade to a Full Rack later?

Yes. You can move from half rack to full rack without downtime. We’ll assist with planning and physical migration if required.

Is this suitable for Compliance Hosting?

Yes. Our UK facility is ISO 27001 certified and GDPR compliant, with monitored access, secure rack space and strong physical controls.

Let’s Make Colocation Work for Your Business

Tailored to Your Needs

No two businesses are the same. We’ll help you choose the right cloud setup for your goals, growth, and technical needs.

Real Support, Real Experts

Get help from UK-based engineers who understand hosting, not sales scripts. No bots. No call centres. Just real solutions.

No Hard Sell, Just Useful Advice

We’ll guide you through your options, explain the pros and cons, and recommend what’s best for your business, no pressure.

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