Virtual Private Server - System Requirements

[stevesh]

I haven't responded because vger does this stuff for a living, and I would expect his advice to be right on.

[ungarod]

I haven't responded because vger does this stuff for a living, and I would expect his advice to be right on.

Well that's just great. I am fine with deferring that however I've not gotten what I really need which is what TO do. Just what NOT to do (don't use 256MB, etc).

So truly what are the requirements? I've got to believe on a shared plan I have access to smaller amounts of memory on average than on these Virtual Private plans.

[Vger]

what I really need which is what TO do. Just what NOT to do

1. DO buy one with more than 256 Mbs of RAM
2. DO buy a fully managed VPS
3. DO surf to find a deal that is suitable for your needs.

I don't know what else you're hoping that people will say.

Vger

[ungarod]

1. DO buy one with more than 256 Mbs of RAM
2. DO buy a fully managed VPS
3. DO surf to find a deal that is suitable for your needs.

I don't know what else you're hoping that people will say.

Vger

Thanks! So more than 256MB. 512? 1GB? 2GB?

If you look at my first email I was asking about 256 vs 512 vs 1024... Just looking for assistance on where to land...

[Website Rob]

256 MB - your site doesn't have a lot of products or attributes

512 MB - should be able to run the same Zen Cart you are now but with less problems than a Shared account

1 GB - at this level better you can do a lot but now getting into VPS vs Dedicated situation


If your pocketbook/budget allows for it, a Dedicated Server is always best; don't have to share anything with anyone.

With all of the above and unless familiar with Server Admin, make sure to get Managed!


For the most part, a Shared or Reseller account should handle all your Hosting needs. If your current Hosting account is having problems then it might be best to just change Hosters.

[crazycucumber]

256 MB - your site doesn't have a lot of products or attributes

512 MB - should be able to run the same Zen Cart you are now but with less problems than a Shared account

1 GB - at this level better you can do a lot but now getting into VPS vs Dedicated situation

Thanks , a straight forward answer which covers all the bases . at last ! thanks again

[Vger]

a straight forward answer which covers all the bases . at last

The next time you ask for advice I'll remind myself not to respond to your posts. It's a complete waste of effort and a totally thankless endeavour.

Vger