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How much does a server cost? [Video]

January 13th, 2022 | 1 min. read

By JP Chua

A Technician installing a server
Server cost

Have you ever experienced sticker shock when shopping for a server? In this video, you'll learn what factors determine the cost of a server and which server suits your business best.

In this video, we’ll go over: 

1. What determines the cost of a server? 0:31 

2. What are the components of a server? 0:45 

  • Form factor 0:58 
  • Processor 1:13 
  • RAM 1:30 
  • Storage 1:41 
  • Power supplies 1:55 
  • BONUS: Server Warranty 2:03 

3. What kinds of servers are out there? 2:19 

  • File storage 2:34 
  • Multiple virtual machines 2:55 
  • Remote desktop server 3:17 
  • BONUS: Server dedicated for a line of business application 3:38 

4. What factors determine future expenses? 4:00 

Want to learn more about servers? Watch our video where we go over when you should replace your server. In the video, we break down how important your server is to your business, how often you should replace it, and what to do when you can’t replace it right away. 

If you’re still unsure about which server fits your business and your budget, reach out to one of our experts by calling us at 855-848-1988 and we’ll be more than happy to help you. 

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JP Chua

JP Chua is the Video Producer at Intelligent Technical Solutions. He has worked in documentary, narrative, and corporate video productions. JP combines his love for people and video to connect businesses with their target audience, turning them from curious prospects to happy clients. Outside of work, he produces his own personal films, most of which have premiered in the Philippines and Malaysia. In his spare time, you can find him watching films with his cat, Lunar.