Virtualisation
More performance with less hardware. Lower energy consumption. More flexibility. Modern virtualisation is now within reach for SMEs too.
For years, virtualisation was the preserve of large enterprises with VMware and expensive licences. Today, thanks to open-source projects like Proxmox, any SME can consolidate several servers into one, significantly reducing operating costs without sacrificing reliability.
What this service includes
Analysis and planning. Assessment of your current servers, workloads, dependencies and performance requirements. An honest recommendation on whether virtualisation actually benefits you in your specific case.
Deployment with Proxmox VE. Implementation of the most widely used open-source virtualisation platform in Europe. Clear web interface, no recurring licence fees, active community.
Virtual machines (KVM). Full virtualisation for Windows servers, Linux or specific appliances. Complete isolation, snapshots and live migration between hosts.
LXC containers. For Linux services, containers offer the same isolation with less overhead. Higher density, lower consumption, same result.
High availability (optional). Cluster of two or three hosts with shared or replicated storage. If one server fails, virtual machines automatically restart on another host.
Integrated backup. Proxmox Backup Server for deduplicated, incremental and encrypted copies of all virtual machines. Complete server restoration in minutes.
Who is this service for
Businesses currently operating three or more physical servers, those about to refresh hardware, or those wanting to add new services without buying more machines. Also businesses migrating away from VMware to avoid Broadcom's new licensing terms.
Frequently asked questions
What real savings can be achieved?
It depends on the starting point. Going from 4–5 physical servers to a single virtualised host is common, with savings of 50–70 % on energy consumption and rack space. Return on investment is typically seen within 12–18 months.
Is Proxmox a serious VMware alternative?
Yes, and increasingly chosen specifically to replace VMware following the Broadcom changes. The platform is mature, stable, and used in production by thousands of European businesses.
Can existing VMware machines be migrated to Proxmox?
Yes. Proxmox includes import tools for VMware, Hyper-V and even physical servers (P2V). Migration is planned to minimise downtime.
What if a virtual machine becomes corrupted?
With prior snapshots and daily backups, recovery is usually a matter of minutes. Virtualisation actually makes major incident handling considerably easier.