Quarter Rack Colocation

Secure, Scalable Server Space in a UK-based, ISO-certified Data Centre.

Our Quarter Rack Colocation provides 9U of private, lockable rack space with resilient power, fast fibre, and 24/7 on-site support.

Just Some of Our Features

100% Uptime SLA

Renewable Energy & Low PUE

ISO 27001 Certified + GDPR Compliant

Network DDoS Protection

Remote Hands + On-Site Engineers

Trusted by UK Businesses for 20+ Years

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Quarter Rack Colocation Options

Private, secure rack space with audited access, N+1 UPS and efficient cooling for stable performance. Keep costs lean while meeting compliance and uptime targets.

Quarter Rack

Space
9U

Power
Up to 2kW

Connectivity
Up to 1 Gbps

Location
Nottingham

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Whats Included in Our Nottingham Data Centre

Overview

Everything you need for dependable colocation as standard in ISO certified UK data centres powered by renewable energy.

Financially backed 100% network & power uptime SLA

ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 certified data centres

100% renewable energy, REGO backed

24/7 UK based support with remote hands

A+B power feeds available

Carrier neutral with full fibre to every rack

Network

Carrier neutral connectivity with DDoS protection and peering options keeps your services fast, secure and reachable.

Carrier neutral with access to 400+ carriers

Member of LINX

DDoS protection on the network

Upto 1 Gbps options available

Power

Resilient A+B power with N+1 UPS and standby generators delivers consistent power for high density workloads.

A+B power feeds available

N+1 Reillo Uninterrupted Power Supplies (UPS)

N+1 Generators

N+1 Chilled water cooling

Hot aisle containment

Ultra efficient PUE around 1.15

Security

Layered access control, 24/7 monitoring and clean agent fire suppression help protect your equipment round the clock.

Multi tier physical security with mantraps and restricted access

Comprehensive CCTV coverage

Access control and auditing

Support

UK based engineers are on site 24/7 providing remote hands, KVM access and proactive assistance whenever you need it.

24/7 on‑site engineers and UK based service desk

Remote hands and KVM access

Service room access for device maintenance

Features of Our Colocation Facility

Our UK-based Data Centre is purpose-built to keep your hardware online, secure and running at peak performance 24/7.

9U Rack Space

Get your own private, lockable 9U quarter rack with full-height cabinet integration, ideal for multiple servers or virtualised environments.

Dual Power Feeds

A+B power setup with UPS and generator backup ensures your rack stays online during outages, failures or power maintenance windows.

 Carrier-Redundant Fibre

Connect via Openreach and Tier 1 carriers with built-in routing resilience, low latency and high-performance bandwidth options.

ISO 27001 Certified

Our facility is ISO 27001 certified, meeting high standards for data security, access control, monitoring and GDPR compliance.

Green Energy

Powered by 100% renewable energy and optimised for energy efficiency with advanced cooling and a low power usage effectiveness rating.

Remote Hands Access

Available 24/7, our engineers can provide physical assistance for reboots, cable checks or installation tasks on request.

What Our Customers Say

A dedicated team who can provide 24/7 friendly telephone and ticket support, a company big enough to cope with anything...
Andy Kane
I have a dedicated server at CWCS and host several websites for my clients as well as my business. If...
Steve Smith
Overall, the best server company we have come across in many years of ecommerce trading with fast and efficient UK...
Andrew Burrows
I'm really impressed with CWCS. We've been with them for just over a year now and there was only one...
David Parker
CWCS have been providing our hosting services for over 5 years now. Support has always been excellent as is pre-sales...
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I can not recommend CWCS enough, they are extremely attentive regardless the size of your business. Chris and the team...
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Benefits of Quarter Rack Colocation

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

More Space Flexibility

Get 9U of private rack space for multiple servers. Ideal for growing businesses that are not ready for a full rack.

Redundant Power Built-In

A+B power feeds with UPS and backup generators keep your servers online during faults, power issues or scheduled maintenance.

Trusted UK Location

Your servers are hosted in a secure, ISO-certified UK Data Centre with CCTV, controlled access, and on-site engineers.

Server Relocation

Considering changing Data Centre? We can assist with the move, from application level to server hardware migration.

24/7 Remote Support

No need to travel for hardware checks. Our on-site engineers are available day or night to provide remote hands assistance.

Predictable Monthly Costs

Avoid unexpected billing from cloud providers. Our fixed monthly pricing gives you control and long-term cost efficiency.

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

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Every server is tailored to your needs.
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Why Choose CWCS

We’re more than a rack space provider. Our team, experience and approach give you peace of mind, not just infrastructure.

UK-Based Support

Get help from real engineers based in the UK. No call queues, no outsourcing, just fast answers when you need them.

20 Years of Experience

We have been delivering secure, high-performance colocation since 1999 and are trusted by businesses across the UK.

Clear, Honest Pricing

All pricing is simple and transparent. There are no hidden costs, confusing terms or unexpected changes to your monthly bill.

Certified and Secure

Our Data Centres meet ISO 27001 standards with strict access control and GDPR-compliant systems to protect your equipment and data.

Green by Default

All racks use 100% renewable energy. Our facility is optimised for energy efficiency and low environmental impact.

Trusted by UK Businesses

We are trusted by MSPs, software firms, healthcare and legal providers who rely on always-on infrastructure and expert support.

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

Got questions? Here are answers to the most common ones about setting up, accessing and managing your Quarter Rack Space.

What is Quarter Rack Colocation?

Quarter Rack Colocation gives you 10U of secure rack space in a shared Data Centre cabinet, with full power, network and physical security.

How much equipment can I fit in 9U?

Most customers fit 2 to 5 servers depending on size, along with a switch or firewall. We can help you assess requirements.

Is the Rack Space private and secure?

Yes. Your 10U allocation is fully lockable and isolated from other customers, with 24/7 access control and full CCTV coverage.

Can I access my rack at any time?

Yes. You can schedule access through our team. For most tasks, our 24/7 remote hands service can do it for you.

Do you provide internet connectivity?

Yes. You’ll get high-speed connectivity with Openreach fibre, multiple Tier 1 carriers and optional cross-connects to other services.

What support is included?

Our UK-based engineers are available 24/7 for remote hands tasks like reboots, cable checks or visual inspections on request.

Is this service suitable for compliance needs?

Yes. Our data centre is ISO 27001 certified and GDPR compliant, suitable for healthcare, legal, finance and other regulated sectors.

How quickly can I get started?

Once we confirm your setup, most customers are up and running within one to three business days, depending on provisioning needs.

Let’s Make Colocation Work for Your Business

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