What’s So Great About Hosting In Amsterdam?
In 2016, the Amsterdam data center industry grew by 30%. In 2017, it expanded even faster, a trend that has continued in the Netherlands generally. In 2024, nearly 300 data centers operate in the Netherlands, making it one of the most popular data center locations in all of Europe; placing third, only to Germany and the UK data center markets.
Due to our clients’ increased interest in Amsterdam, we are thrilled to announce expansion into our brand new Amsterdam Data Center, expanding our network to new clients in this vibrant and active metropolis. The new Amsterdam hosting center is a state-of-the-art facility that opens ServerMania further into European markets. It is capable of anything from simple dedicated servers, to web hosting with the latest features and technology, and even colocation for those who are looking for bespoke services.
Amsterdam is an attractive hosting location for cloud and colocation providers – including ServerMania – but what is it about Amsterdam that makes it the ideal hosting location for business data and applications?
With over 20 years of experience in colocating in the world’s most popular data center locations, ServerMania offers competitive pricing, security, and reliability to its colocation and dedicated server customers.
Server Hosting in Amsterdam with ServerMania
ServerMania, a leading colocation and hosting provider, is now expanding into a brand new data center right in the heart of Amsterdam, Netherlands. This new facility marks a significant milestone in ServerMania’s mission to deliver cutting-edge technology and fast, efficient, and customized service.
Technical Specifications
Our brand new Amsterdam location is a 10,000-square-foot Tier-1 facility nestled between the Amsterdam metro area and the Schiphol Airport and offers options for dedicated servers, managed hosting, and colocation. Equipped with high-density racks that support up to 40kW @ 230v each, redundant power systems (including battery backups and two separate generators), and advanced cooling solutions, our facility is designed to provide maximum uptime, security, and efficiency.
Privacy and GDPR Compliance
Security and privacy are essential, not just for us but also for our clients and their customers. Our Amsterdam hosting center has stringent policies in place to ensure a secure, safe hosting experience. In addition to our 24/7 365 protection, we offer optional customer cages and advanced security measures like card readers for direct access, “circlelock” access points, DDoS protection, and both local and remote recording options.
In addition to this, we ensure our facility follows all GDPR protocols with regular audits and certification checks. The Netherlands has some of the strictest data privacy laws of any country, making an Amsterdam VPS server one of the most secure options available for businesses and individuals.
Climate and Environment
While the weather can’t be controlled within Amsterdam, dedicated servers inside our new facility are stored in a climate-controlled environment to ensure the longevity and safety of our customers’ hardware. The facility features 12 HVAC units to ensure optimal cooling for dedicated servers and is covered by Tyco Fire System Monitoring technology.
In addition, our Amsterdam hosting facility offers redundant power systems alongside our 24/7 support. The building itself draws from a 2,000kVA main feed and is supported by two individual 1,100kVA CAT backup generators. Each of these generators is connected to its own 3,100 liter diesel tank, which is fed from a 10,000 liter main tank.
Better Connectivity Means Faster Data Transfer
The Amsterdam Internet Exchange (AMS-IX) is one of the world’s largest Internet exchanges. In an average second, it handles 8.3TB of data, with peaks up to 11.3TB per second. To put that in context, the SIX exchange in Seattle – the US’s largest exchange – has a maximum throughput of just over 2TB per second.
The internet is a network of networks. ISPs, CDN providers, and other businesses run the networks that make up the internet. But it wouldn’t be an internet if data couldn’t travel between networks.
Internet exchanges are where the giant world-spanning networks meet. Hundreds of networks peer—directly connect—in Amsterdam, and peering is much faster than other types of connections. The fastest route from A to B on the internet is via an Internet Exchange, and Amsterdam is the biggest in continental Europe.
Amsterdam’s data centers benefit from proximity to the Internet Exchange, and ServerMania clients who host in Amsterdam can take advantage of low-latency connectivity throughout Europe and the rest of the world.
Low Cost
The major costs associated with cloud hosting, aside from the server and data center space, are power and cooling. In fact, over the life of a server, we may spend more to keep it cool and running than it costs to buy.
Power is less expensive in Amsterdam than in other European cities, and we pass those savings on to our customers. That means you get more server for your money.
ServerMania In Amsterdam
ServerMania’s Amsterdam data center is close to the AMS-IX internet exchange and offers fully redundant connectivity over diverse paths to a wide range of bandwidth providers. ServerMania customers with infrastructure in Amsterdam benefit from unbeatable low-latency connectivity to Europe, Africa, the US, and the rest of the world.
As an ISO/IEC 27001 certified facility, data security is of the highest standard, which helps ServerMania customers ensure that their data is safe and secure.
If you would like to know more about the benefits of hosting in Amsterdam, don’t hesitate to book a free consultation today. We’ll help you find the perfect server or colocation space, guaranteed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Amsterdam, Netherlands optimal for data centers?
Not only do the Netherlands have some of the strictest data privacy laws of the entire European market, Amsterdam itself is home to one of the largest internet exchanges in the world. Paired with its lower energy costs compared to other cities and its robust digital infrastructure, it’s easy to see why.
Are Data Centers in Amsterdam Sustainable?
The Netherlands is one of the most energy-conscious members of the EU, being one of the first countries to move away from natural gas for it’s energy needs. As of 2022, roughly 40% of its energy generated was renewable (through wind, solar, and biomass generation).
Does ServerMania offer colocation in Amsterdam?
Yes. We offer colocation in Amsterdam. Please contact us if you are interested in colocating servers in Amsterdam so that we can work with you to review your requirements.
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