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Not every system belongs in Microsoft 365, and not every business wants to keep a server in the comms cupboard. Private cloud hosting from Sydney Technology Solutions runs your servers and line-of-business applications as virtual servers on infrastructure we manage, in an Equinix data centre in Sydney. You get the reliability of an enterprise data centre without the complexity or the unpredictable bills of public cloud.
What’s included
Equinix data centre in Sydney
Your servers run in a secure, purpose-built Equinix facility with redundant power and cooling, and your data stays in Australia.
Your own private network
Each client gets a dedicated private network, separated from every other client.
Managed firewall
A business-grade firewall, public IP addressing and secure remote access, configured and monitored by us.
Connected to your offices
Secure site-to-site links between the data centre and your offices, so hosted servers work just like local ones.
Backup and recovery
Hosted servers can be backed up to separate storage in Australia, with tested restores. More on cloud backup.
Monitoring and support
We monitor the servers and the platform underneath them, and the same STS team that supports your staff looks after the hosting.
Is private cloud right for you?
Private cloud usually suits businesses that:
- run accounting, practice management, ERP or other applications that need a Windows server
- have an ageing on-site server and don’t want to buy and maintain another one
- want predictable monthly costs rather than usage-based public cloud bills
- need their data held in Sydney
If everything you use already runs in Microsoft 365, you may not need a server at all, and we’ll tell you so. See cloud consulting and migrations.
Private cloud, public cloud or colocation?
| STS private cloud | Public cloud (e.g. Microsoft Azure) | STS managed colocation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardware | Ours, managed by us | The provider’s | Yours, managed by us |
| Billing | Predictable monthly fee | Usage-based, including data transfer | Flat monthly fee based on footprint |
| Data location | Sydney | Depends on the region chosen | Sydney |
| Support | STS, end to end | Provider support tiers, plus whoever configures it | STS, including on-site hardware support |
For a typical business server workload, an equivalent setup in public cloud often costs considerably more each month and is harder to predict. We’ll compare the options honestly for your systems.
How we move you
1. Review
We look at your servers, applications, data and how your staff use them.
2. Plan
We size your private cloud, agree the cut-over date and give you clear pricing.
3. Build
We set up your servers, private network, firewall and site links.
4. Migrate
We move your servers and data, usually after hours, and test everything.
5. Support
We monitor, patch, back up and support the environment from then on.
Why choose STS for cloud hosting
Our cloud hosting runs in an Equinix data centre in Sydney and is managed end to end by the same team that supports your staff. There’s no finger-pointing between providers and no surprise bills. If public cloud such as Microsoft Azure suits a workload better, we’ll tell you, because the right cloud hosting decision depends on your applications, not on what we sell. Your servers are also protected in line with the Australian Cyber Security Centre’s guidance.
What our clients say
“The service Adam and his staff provide have kept our business running smoothly, professionally and importantly with no lost production time.”
Robert S., Google review
“Their expertise spans across network security, hardware provisioning, cloud solutions, and proactive cyber security management and training.”
Matts D., Google review
STS is rated 4.8★ on Google. Read more client reviews.
Frequently asked questions
Where is our data hosted?
In an Equinix data centre in Sydney. Your data stays in Australia.
Is private cloud the same as cloud hosting?
Yes. We use the terms interchangeably: your servers run as virtual machines on infrastructure we own and manage, rather than on a public cloud platform.
What if we want to keep our own server hardware?
That’s managed colocation: your servers move into the same data centre and we look after the network and hardware support.
Will our applications still work?
Almost always. Most business applications that run on a Windows server run the same way in private cloud. We check compatibility during the review.
How much does it cost?
It depends on the number and size of your servers and the services you need. After a review we give you clear monthly pricing.
Is cloud hosting secure?
Yes. Our cloud hosting runs on a dedicated private network for each client, behind a managed firewall, with monitoring, patching and backups. Your cloud hosting data stays in Sydney.
Can we move to cloud hosting in stages?
Yes. Many businesses start by moving one server to cloud hosting, then move the rest once they’re comfortable. We plan each step so there’s minimal disruption.
Talk to us about private cloud
Call (02) 8212 4722 or send us a message to see whether private cloud suits your business.