Server & virtualisation services in Adelaide
Get more out of the hardware you have, or move to virtual servers in the cloud, without the complexity or the big price tag. We set up, migrate and manage virtual server environments for Adelaide businesses, so your systems run reliably and your team doesn't need to think about what's happening behind the scenes.
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The short answer
Server virtualisation runs several servers on one machine or in the cloud, and WaTo Consulting sets it up for Adelaide businesses using Hyper-V, VMware or Azure virtual machines. Old physical servers are converted to virtual ones and moved across, usually outside business hours, and the same team stays on for monitoring, patching and backups.
What is server virtualisation?
Server virtualisation lets you run multiple servers on a single piece of hardware (or in the cloud) instead of needing a separate physical box for each job. A software layer splits one machine into several independent virtual servers, each running its own operating system and applications. It means less hardware to buy and maintain, easier backups, and the ability to spin up new servers in minutes instead of weeks. For most businesses, it's a smarter, more flexible way to run your IT.
What we set up & manage
Hyper-V environments
Microsoft Hyper-V virtual servers set up and managed, on your own hardware or in Azure.
VMware environments
VMware vSphere and ESXi deployments for businesses that need the flexibility VMware offers.
Cloud virtual machines
Virtual servers in Azure or other cloud platforms, so there's no hardware to buy, maintain or replace.
Server migration
Physical servers converted to virtual, or existing VMs moved between platforms with minimal downtime.
Backup & disaster recovery
Virtual server snapshots and replication so you can recover quickly if something goes wrong.
Monitoring & maintenance
Performance monitoring, patching and capacity planning so your servers stay healthy and you're not caught short.
Who it's for
- Businesses running ageing physical servers that need replacing or consolidating.
- Offices wanting to move servers to the cloud without starting from scratch.
- Companies that need test or development environments they can spin up and tear down quickly.
- Anyone paying for more hardware than they need and wanting a more efficient setup.
How it works
- A quick chat. We look at what servers you're running and what they're doing.
- A plan that fits. We design a virtualisation setup (on-site, cloud or hybrid) that suits your workload and budget.
- We build it out. Virtual servers deployed, configured and tested before anything goes live.
- Migration done carefully. Existing servers and data moved across with minimal disruption, usually outside business hours.
- Looked after. Ongoing monitoring, patching, backups and support, with a real person to call.
Why WaTo for server & virtualisation
- A real person answers, not a vendor's support portal.
- We recommend what fits your workload, not the most expensive option.
- Migrations done outside business hours so your team isn't waiting around.
- Your virtual servers, office IT, web and hosting all sit with one local team and one phone number.
- Adelaide owned since 2001, looking after Hyper-V, VMware and cloud servers for businesses across SA and Australia-wide.
Server & virtualisation questions
Should we virtualise on-site or move to the cloud?
It depends on your workload, budget and how much hardware you want to manage. We'll give you a straight comparison of both options and recommend what makes the most sense for your business.
Will virtualisation slow things down?
Done properly, no. Modern virtualisation platforms are efficient and well-tested. We size the environment to your workload so performance stays where it should be.
Can you move our old physical server to a virtual one?
Yes. We convert physical servers to virtual machines (a process called P2V) and migrate your data and applications across with minimal downtime.
What about backups?
Virtual servers are actually easier to back up than physical ones. We set up snapshots, replication and offsite backup so you can recover quickly if something goes wrong.
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Guides on this topic
- Cloud, on-premises or hybrid: what suits a small business?
- How to test backups and recovery before an outage
- Business continuity and IT recovery planning for small business
Ready to sort out your servers?
Tell us what you're running and we'll show you a smarter way to do it. There's no obligation, and you'll get a plain comparison of the on-site and cloud options.
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