Full Rack Colocation

Private 42U or 47U Rack Space with Power, Fibre and Trusted Support in a UK Facility.

Host your entire setup in a secure, lockable rack with dual power, fibre connectivity and 24/7 support from UK engineers.

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Just Some of Our Features

42U Private Rack Space

Dual A+B Power Feeds With UPS

Fibre Uplink and Cross-connect Options

ISO 27001 and GDPR Compliant

Lockable Cabinet in a UK Facility

24/7 On-site Engineers and Remote Hands

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Benefits of Half Rack Colocation

Dedicated rack space built for reliability and scale. Run your infrastructure with full control, expert support, and long-term peace of mind.

Private Rack Access

Your own full rack with lockable space and full control. No sharing, no limits, and secure access when you need it.

Power and Cooling

Dual feeds and smart cooling protect your servers from power cuts and heat issues. High performance without added risk.

Consolidate Systems

Replace cloud or in-house servers with one scalable setup. Simplify infrastructure and reduce complexity across your business.

Fast, Stable Uplinks

Direct fibre with multiple carriers gives you low latency and reliable bandwidth for demanding workloads and real-time platforms.

UK-Based Support

Your rack is monitored and supported 24/7 by engineers in the UK. No call queues or offshore handoffs, just real help.

Easy Compliance

Meet GDPR and ISO 27001 in a secure UK facility. Physical access, power and security are handled for you.

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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 You Get with Full Rack Colocation

Enterprise-ready infrastructure built for uptime, control, and long-term performance in a secure, UK-based Data Centre.

42U or 47U Rack

Private full-height cabinet with enough space for your servers, switches, backup units and high-density hardware configurations.

Rack-Level Power Feeds

Each rack includes dual A+B power circuits with UPS and generator backup to keep services online during testing or grid issues.

Fibre Network Access

Direct fibre connectivity with Openreach on-net and multiple Tier 1 carriers ensures speed, stability and routing flexibility.

Hands-On Engineering

Raise a request for reboots, cable changes or patch panel tasks. On-site engineers are available at all hours.

Renewable Energy

Every rack runs on 100 percent green energy with cooling systems designed to reduce energy waste and lower your footprint.

Secure UK Facility

Hosted in an ISO 27001 certified site with keycard access, CCTV, full monitoring and systems ready for audit or review.

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?

This solution is ideal for teams who need full control, rack-level access and reliable hosting for complex or growing environments.

IT Teams

Running key infrastructure in-house causes delays and risks. CWCS gives you space, control and peace of mind.

What we solve:

On-site racks lack power or cooling
Growth outpaces internal infrastructure
Teams waste hours on manual tasks
No standardisation across hosting setup

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

Software & SaaS Providers

Private racks offer consistent performance and control for growing stacks with high uptime needs.

What we solve:

Cloud costs spike with 24/7 usage
Staging and live apps must stay separate
Too many tools spread across providers
Public cloud limits hardware flexibility

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

Regulated Firms

Meet compliance needs with a private, certified UK setup. Ideal for data-led industries like legal, finance or healthcare.

What we solve:

GDPR and ISO audit requirements
Local server hosting causes risk
No access controls in shared space
No in-house disaster recovery options

Creative Studios

Private racks ensure fast access and reliable storage for media, video and post-production teams handling large file workflows.

What we solve:

Shared storage slows render and export times
Media servers need high network throughput
Cloud latency disrupts real-time editing
On-prem storage has no backup or failover

Ecommerce Brands

Keep your platforms online during high demand. CWCS supports full control of your server environment with predictable costs.

What we solve:

Cloud billing spikes during seasonal peaks
Downtime directly impacts orders and revenue
No server isolation in shared hosting
Security risks from third-party infrastructure

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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