1) Select the Correct Cloud Performance Level:

Select the number of cpu cores, ram, and redundant san storage that you require for your new cloud server. You always know exactly what you are getting with your cloud server because we never hide how many cores and resources your server includes. For pricing information please visit our cloud server pricing page to build a custom cloud solution. It's so easy to build a cloud server, call us with questions at 630-778-1212.

2) Select an OS and other Managed Services:

Choose from a number of popular OS products inluding both Linux and Windows flavors. We can install Fedora, CentOS, Debian, Ubuntu, Redhat, Windows 2003, and Windows 2008. You can also add optional managed services to your cloud based servers just like you would with a dedicated server. NetSource can manage R1-Soft data backups, server monitoring, patch updates, firewalls, and much more.

3) Advantages to Your New Cloud Server:

With NetSource's cloud you can quickly deploy on-demand cloud servers running in NetSource's enterprise datacenter. Plus you get the redundancy of automatic failover for your cloud layer and your data is stored on a redundant SAN. Your cloud based servers can also be deployed along side other services that NetSource provides like dedicated servers or colocation packages to create the best overall solution.

4) Cloud Servers Protected by Juniper SRX:

NetSource adds a layer of security for your cloud servers using Juniper SRX firewalls. The firewall is managed by experts at the NetSource datacenter who monitor the security of your server. NetSource's cloud based servers help you focus on your business because we provide the security layer management for you. Check out our pricing page in order to see other options available with our cloud services.

Features Included With NetSource Cloud Services:

 True Cloud Environment - Environment is redundant on all levels from the servers to the SAN.

 Get 100% of Resources - We reserve the cpu, memory, and SAN hard disk space for your server.

 Fast Server Deployment - Have your custom cloud server working for you in a matter of minutes vs. days.

 Linux & Windows Support - Many flavors of Linux or Windows can be deployed on your cloud server.

 Citrix Xenserver Technology - You will get the reliability of an enterprise virtualization solution right now.

 Auto Failover of Server - Citrix Xenserver's automated self healing features means you won't be down.

 Redundant SAN Data Storage - Your data is safe with fully raided redundant sans with automatic failover.

 High Scalability - You can add more CPU (cores), Ram, and Hard Disk when you need the resources.

 User-Friendly Control Panel - You can manage your server with a control panel made for Citrix Xenserver.

 KVM Console Access - This features lets you access the server console from any location and at any time.

 Secure Datacenter - NetSource owns and operates a SSAE16 / SAS70 Type II and PCI compliant datacenter.

 Advanced Network - You will be on NetSources fully redundant network with redundant 1 GBPS connections.

 Firewall Protection - You will get blanket protection from NetSource's Juniper SRX firewall shield.

 You Get What You Pay For - You receive 100% of the Cores, Memory, and SAN you are paying for.

 Optional Managed Services - You can add other services like server monitoring or advanced backups.

 24/7/365 Technical Support - When you call you will reach a live person to help with your issue.

 Billing With No Suprises - Invoices are easy to see exactly what you are paying for.

What Do You Get When You Use NetSource's Cloud:

You get a fully redundant cloud server and san storage environment inside of NetSource's SSAE 16 Type II / SAS70 Type II and PCI compliant datacenter. Your servers use the same enterprise network and have idential physical datacenter security as NetSource's colocation and dedicated hosting clients. NetSource's cloud also allows you to resize your server both up and down as you need to change server resources. You get all this and NetSource has been providing hosting services in the Chicago region since 1995.

Cloud Pricing Made Easy:

 Select The Right Amount of Resources - NetSource's cloud hosting services allow you to select how much CPU, Ram, SAN Hard Disk, and Data Transfer you need. You can add more power as you grow your application or business. Quick, Scalable, Reliable and Easy...

Select Number Of Cores You Require - All of NetSource's cloud servers are built with Intel Quad Core CPUs. You can select how many cores you want your server to use depending on your requirements. The price will increase as you add more cores to your server. Configure your server to meet your needs today. As your need increases add more cores.

Select Amount of Ram You Require - Select 1 to 8 GB of ram for each of your cloud servers. NetSource uses high speed ram on all our cloud servers so that your application runs at blazing fast speeds. Don't worry if your application grows and you need more memory because you can always add ram on-the-fly. The ram levels you select is reserved for your cloud server.

Select Amount of Storage You Require - Select the amount of hard disk storage needed for your applications. The advantage to NetSource's cloud servers is that your data is stored on our redundant SAN storage network at all times. NetSource has implemented auto failover of the SAN environment to ensure your cloud server can always access your data.

Select Amount of Data Transfer You Require - All cloud based servers bandwidth is fully burstable to 100 mbps on a redundant network. Our network has maintained one of the highest up-times in the Chicago area with a measured 99.997% over 5 years. You will need to select how much data transfer per month your server requires in (GB) to complete your order.

Start By Selecting A Base Server First:

Enterprise Datacenter and Network:

 Mission Critical Reliability - NetSource's cloud hosting services are located in NetSource's state-of-the-art datacenter located in Naperville, IL just outside of Chicago. NetSource's network has redundant gigabit fiber data providers that leave the datacenter through unique physical paths. NetSource's datacenter has maintained one of the highest up-times in the Chicago area with a 99.997% rating over the last 5 years. NetSource is also SSAE 16 Type II / SAS70 Type II and PCI compliant, and renews these credentials annually.

Overview of NetSource's Datacenter:

 Proven Track Record - 15 years in hosting businesses with a documented 99.997% datacenter up-time.

 ANSI/TIA 942 Standards - Datacenter built to meet datacenter standards on quality and reliability.

 SSAE 16 Type II and PCI - NetSource maintains important compliance levels annually.

 Redundant Bandwidth - Multiple providers and multiple points of entry (POEs) for reliability.

 Senior Level System Admins - You get experts with years of experience ready to help 27/7/365.

 N+1 Power and Cooling - Advanced power and cooling infrastructure with scheduled maintenance.

 Strong Physical Security - Video surveillance, alarms, locks, and personal protect your important data.

 FM-200 Fire Protection - Advanced fire protection system to protect your applications.

 Plus Much More - Find out more where NetSource hosts our cloud environment - Datacenter Overview.

NetSource's 100% Uptime Cloud Server Guarantee:

NetSource's cloud server services and network come with a 100% up-time SLA. You can rest assured that your applications and data will have the same level of high up-time guarantees as we have with our colocation and dedicated server services.