February 4, 2010

iSLE Launches Virtualization Service

  • GMO Hosting & Security Inc.

Tokyo – February 4, 2010 – GMO Internet Group company, GMO Hosting & Security announces the launch today of a server virtualization service by dedicated server hosting brand, iSLE. 
(*1) Virtualization is the process of dividing one physical server into multiple isolated "virtual" server environments. By virtualizing the operating system, server partitions can be completely isolated for more efficient usage of server resources.
 
As businesses continue to look for ways to cut costs in a struggling economy, server virtualization has become a popular method of reducing IT expenses. Virtualization makes it possible to construct an efficient server environment without adding additional servers. For this reason it is a method being adopted by many web design companies and other businesses. However, until now customers have been required to purchase their own virtualization software licenses.
Recognizing the growing demand for virtualized dedicated servers, iSLE today introduces an easy to use dedicated server virtualization service.

Virtualization Service
Virtualization Service makes it possible to aggregate and consolidate servers by partitioning one physical server into multiple isolated "virtual" server environments.

More efficient, less expensive server operation that reduces the need to continually add more servers
Virtualizing your dedicated server boosts efficiency and reduces the need to continually add additional servers to your network. Customers that take advantage of this solution can expect to see reduced investment costs in IT systems as well as lower operational costs. With OS virtualization software by world-renowned company Parallels on a high spec dedicated server (2*) with RAID (3*), we offer an efficient, flexible server environment ideal for a range of business needs. This service is recommended for customers considering a dedicated server or who are looking to consolidate servers.   

(*2) A separate iSLE “Core” Server Service, Quad Xeon SATA contract is required to take advantage of the Virtualization Service
(*3) RAID: multiple redundant disks functioning as a single hard disk. Data is divided and replicated across multiple disks for improved server performance and data reliability. 
 
2. Easy to implement : no software installation required
Virtualization software comes preinstalled so users can start building virtual servers immediately. 
3. Free 24-hour telephone support
Customers who apply for the Virtualization Service will receive free access to iSLE 24-hour telephone support.  Few other hosting providers offer this level of dedicated server support. At iSLE there is always a staff member on hand just in case any trouble arises.
 
4. Combine with iSLE managed services to outsource operation and maintenance
The virtualization service can be used in conjunction with the iSLE managed service. We offer daily server operation and maintenance for 21,000 yen a month. Customers who opt for a managed service can also leave virtualization tasks to iSLE.
 
Virtualization Service Outline

Virtualization Software
Parallels Virtuozzo Containers v4.0
No. of Virtual Environments (VE)
1VE
3VE
5VE
10VE
Set Up Fee (including tax)
10,500 yen
Monthly Fee (including tax)
5,250 yen
10,500 yen
15,750 yen
21,000 yen
IP Addresses
2
4
6
11
Host OS
CentOS5
Guest OS
CentOS5
GUI
PLESK
Customer Support
24-hour telephone support

Available Server (*separate contract required)

Plan Name
Quad Xeon SATA Plan
Set Up Fee (including tax)
99,800 yen
Monthly Fee (including tax)
41,980 yen
CPU
Intel Quad Xeon X3320 2.5GHz
Memory
Standard 4GB / Maximum 8GB
HDD
Standard 500GB / Maximum 1,000GB
Connection
100Mbps Shared

 
GMO Hosting & Security
One of Japan's leading hosting providers, GMO Hosting & Security has been providing a diverse range of hosting services through the two brands iSLE and RapidSite since it was first established in 1997. While hosting services are the core of our business we also provide a range of Internet solution products such as electronic authentication certificates and hosting service OEM to ISP and web hosting companies. In November 2006 we received the ISMS (Information Security Management System) International Standard ISO/IEC27001:2005 and JIS Q 27001:2006 Certification.
 
Media Inquiries
GMO Hosting & Security
GMO Internet
 
About GMO Internet Group
GMO Internet Group, headquartered in Japan, is a leading force in the Internet industry offering one of the most comprehensive ranges of Internet services worldwide. The group holds top domestic market share in domain registration, web hosting, and payment processing and provides a host of other Internet services including global online security services, ecommerce solutions, and Internet advertising to both businesses and individuals. At the centre of the group is GMO Internet, Inc. a company listed on the prestigious first section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE: 9449). 

GMO Hosting & Security, Inc.

Company Name
GMO Hosting & Security Inc. http://gmo-hs.com/eng/
(TSE Mothers Market: 3788)
Address
Cerulean Tower, 26-1 Sakuragaokacho, Shibuya ku, Tokyo, JAPAN
CEO
Mitsuru Aoyama
Business Description
- Web hosting
- Internet security
Capital
907.80 million yen (9/2009)

 
GMO Internet Inc.

Company Name
GMO Internet Inc. http://www.gmo.jp/en
(TSE First Section Code: 9449)
Address
Cerulean Tower, 26-1 Sakuragaokacho, Shibuya ku, Tokyo, JAPAN
CEO
Masatoshi Kumagai
Business Description
- Web Infrastructure & Ecommerce
-Internet Media
Capital
1.27 billion yen

*All information contained in this document was accurate at the time of release. Please be aware that information is subject to change with the passage of time and occurrence of future events.
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